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Patriotic Sugar Cookie Bars

Patriotic sugar cookie bars
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These patriotic sugar cookie bars are a festive and delicious treat perfect for any celebration, especially Fourth of July and Memorial Day gatherings. With their soft, chewy texture and colorful sprinkles, these bars are not only easy to make but also sure to impress guests of all ages. The simple combination of butter, sugar, and cornstarch creates a melt-in-your-mouth experience that can be customized with various toppings for any occasion. Whether served as individual squares or transformed into delightful ice cream sandwiches, these cookie bars will add sweet joy to your festivities.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp almond extract (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 4 tbsp butter (for frosting)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • 3 tbsp heavy cream (for frosting)
  • Patriotic sprinkles for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a 9×9 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  3. In a mixing bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
  4. Add egg and extracts; mix until combined.
  5. In another bowl, whisk flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt; gradually combine with wet ingredients.
  6. Spread dough in the pan and bake for about 15 minutes until lightly golden. Cool completely.
  7. For frosting, beat together softened butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and heavy cream until smooth.
  8. Frost cooled bars and top with patriotic sprinkles.

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Keywords: Use room temperature butter for easier mixing. Chill the dough for extra softness before baking if desired. Experiment with different extracts or toppings like berries.

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