How long do Sugar Cookie Bars last at room temperature?

Your bars will stay soft and delicious for about 3 to 4 days when stored in an airtight container at room temperature.

Can I make Sugar Cookie Bars without frosting?

Absolutely! You can skip the frosting and simply sprinkle coarse sugar or decorating sugar on top right after baking.

What causes my Sugar Cookie Bars to be dry or crumbly?

Dry or crumbly bars usually mean the dough was over-baked or too much flour was used. Measure flour accurately and pull the bars when center is just set.

Can I freeze Sugar Cookie Bars for a later date?

Yes — bake the bars first and freeze before frosting. Wrap tightly, freeze up to 2 months, then thaw and frost for best texture.

What’s the difference between traditional sugar cookies and Sugar Cookie Bars?

Sugar Cookie Bars are pressed into a pan and baked all at once, giving a soft chewy center and crisp edges — no rolling or cutting dough required.

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Description

Soft, chewy, and frosted sugar cookie bars baked in one pan for a simple, crowd-pleasing dessert that tastes like classic sugar cookies with less effort.

Ingredients

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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
For the Frosting:
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons milk or cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional: food coloring and sprinkles

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F and line a 9×13-inch pan with parchment paper.
Cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
Add eggs and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl, then add to wet mixture.
Spread dough evenly in the prepared pan and bake 18–22 minutes, until edges are golden and center is set.
Cool completely before frosting.
Beat frosting ingredients together until smooth and fluffy.
Spread frosting evenly over cooled bars and top with sprinkles.
Cut into squares and serve.

Notes

Do not overbake; bars should look slightly soft in the center.
For cleaner cuts, chill bars before slicing.
You can freeze unfrosted bars up to 2 months.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 22 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 230
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 110mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 31g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 35mg