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Easter Sugar Cookie Bars

Easter Sugar Cookie Bars with Creamy Buttercream Twist

These Easter Sugar Cookie Bars are a delightful and festive dessert, perfect for celebrations with their rich buttery flavor and creamy frosting.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Bars
  • 1 cup Salted Butter can use unsalted for more control over saltiness
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar granulated sugar can be used but will alter richness
  • 1 large Egg Yolk enhances moisture and richness
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour substitute with gluten-free flour if needed
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder ensure bars rise nicely
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract opt for pure vanilla for optimal flavor
For the Buttercream Frosting
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar key for a smooth frosting base
  • 3 tablespoons Heavy Cream adds richness; milk can be a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • optional Food Coloring tint frosting to match festive theme
For Decoration
  • 1 cup Cadbury Mini Eggs crushed for colorful topping

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Spatula
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13-inch baking pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup of softened salted butter and 1 cup of brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add in one egg yolk and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
  4. Gradually add 2 cups of all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon of baking powder, stirring until a thick batter forms.
  5. Transfer the batter to the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until golden around the edges.
  7. Cool the bars in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of powdered sugar, 3 tablespoons of heavy cream, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Beat until smooth.
  9. Once the bars are cool, frost with the buttercream frosting.
  10. Sprinkle crushed Cadbury Mini Eggs over the frosted bars and press them gently into the frosting.
  11. Slice into squares or rectangles and serve at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure butter is at room temperature for best results. Refrigerate for longer storage, and allow to warm to room temperature before serving.

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