Description
Sweet memories of childhood spring to life with these Easter Egg Sugar Cookie Bars, combining nostalgic flavors and festive charm. Pastel-glazed squares deliver delightful crunch and creamy smoothness that invite celebration and pure joy.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
Dry Ingredients:
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Flavoring and Frosting Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Food coloring (pastel pink, blue, or any spring colors)
Decoration:
- Mini chocolate eggs
- Pastel-colored sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F, ensuring an optimal baking environment for the sugar cookie bars.
- In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, creating a smooth base for the cookie dough.
- Incorporate eggs and vanilla extract into the butter mixture, blending until fully integrated and producing a rich, aromatic mixture.
- Gradually fold in flour, mixing until a cohesive and slightly sticky dough forms with a uniform consistency.
- Prepare a 9×13-inch baking pan by either greasing the surface or lining it with parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate easy removal.
- Gently spread the dough evenly across the prepared pan, using gentle pressure to create a uniform layer that will bake consistently.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, watching for golden edges while maintaining a soft center characteristic of chewy cookie bars.
- Remove from oven and allow the bars to cool completely at room temperature, which helps set the texture and prevents crumbling.
- Prepare the frosting by whipping cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Spread the frosting evenly across the cooled cookie base, creating a decadent topping layer.
- Garnish the frosted bars with colorful Easter egg candies, adding a festive and decorative touch.
- Slice into square servings and enjoy the delightful combination of soft cookie, creamy frosting, and crunchy candy accents.
Notes
- Use parchment paper with overhanging edges for easy removal and clean cutting of cookie bars.
- Chill dough for 30 minutes before pressing into pan for denser, more structured bars.
- Replace butter with dairy-free margarine and use gluten-free flour blend for sensitive diets.
- Swap Easter egg candies with seasonal sprinkles or crushed chocolate for year-round appeal.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 23 g
- Sodium: 110 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg