Irresistible 4th of July Frosted Sugar Cookie Bars Recipe
Celebrate Independence Day with these festive frosted sugar cookie bars. Soft, buttery cookie bars topped with creamy vanilla buttercream and colorful sprinkles. Perfect for parties, picnics, or as a sweet treat after the fireworks.
Ingredients
Sugar Cookie Batter:
- ¾ cups unsalted butter room temperature
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- ¾ cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Buttercream Frosting:
- ½ cup unsalted butter room temperature
- 2½ cups powdered sugar
- 3-4 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Decorative red white, and blue sprinkles (or any colors you prefer)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan and line with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, powdered sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking powder.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Spread batter evenly in the prepared pan. Bake for 18-22 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Let cool completely.
- For the frosting, beat butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until creamy.
- Spread frosting over cooled cookie bars. Top with sprinkles before frosting sets. Cut into squares and serve.
Notes
- For best results, use room-temperature butter.
- Adjust frosting consistency with more milk or powdered sugar as needed.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.