Patriotic Sugar Cookie Bars
Patriotic Sugar Cookie Bars are a delightful treat that brings festive cheer to any gathering. Bursting with vibrant colors and sweet vanilla flavor, these bars are perfect for holidays like the Fourth of July or family reunions. Easy to make and even easier to share, they create joyful moments filled with laughter and deliciousness. Bake up a batch, and watch them disappear as friends and family delight in every colorful bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Gel food coloring (red and blue)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together room-temperature butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time followed by vanilla extract; mix until just combined.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until no flour is visible.
- Divide the dough into three parts: leave one plain, color one red, and one blue; layer in the prepared pan.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until edges are golden but centers remain soft. Let cool before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - For thicker cookie bars, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking. - Customize flavors by adding almond extract or white chocolate chips. - Top with festive sprinkles for an extra pop of color.