Description
Green Cookie Bars are a fun and festive dessert, perfect for celebrating the holiday. Soft, chewy sugar cookie bars topped with creamy, vibrant green frosting and colorful sprinkles, making them a hit at any party or gathering. Quick and easy to make, they can be prepped ahead of time, ensuring you spend less time in the kitchen and more time celebrating.
Ingredients
For the Sugar Cookie Bars:
- 1 cup butter, softened at room temperature
- 2 cups sugar
- 4 eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 5 cups all-purpose flour
For the Frosting:
- 5 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup butter, softened at room temperature
- ¼ – ½ tsp almond extract
- 6 tbsp milk
- Green food coloring
- St. Patrick’s Day sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a standard rimmed cookie sheet (12×17 inches).
- Cream together the butter and sugar on medium speed. Add the eggs one at a time, allowing each to incorporate before adding the next. Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the salt, baking soda, and flour. Gradually add this dry mixture to the butter and sugar mixture until fully combined.
- Press the dough evenly into the prepared cookie sheet. Bake for about 15 minutes, or until the bars are lightly golden. Allow the bars to cool.
- For the frosting, beat the butter until smooth. Add 4 tablespoons of milk, almond extract, and a few drops of green food coloring. Mix well.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, one-half cup at a time, until fully incorporated. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of milk and adjust the color with more food coloring as needed.
- Frost the cooled sugar cookie bars and immediately sprinkle with St. Patrick’s Day-themed sprinkles. Cut into about 36-40 bars and store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Add Chocolate Chips: For extra flavor, fold in chocolate chips before baking.
- Flavored Frosting: For a unique twist, you can use peppermint or vanilla extract instead of almond in the frosting.
- Color Options: While these bars are perfect for St. Patrick’s Day with green frosting, you can customize the frosting color for any occasion or holiday.
- Gluten-Free: Substitute regular flour with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert, St. Patrick's Day Treat
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
