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Delicious Sugar Cookie Bars With Cream Cheese Frosting
By: Amanda A from frostingandglue.com
Updated January 27, 2023 
Delicious Sugar Cookie Bars With Cream Cheese Frosting
"Sugar cookie bars with cream cheese frosting are an easy go-to treat that uses everyday pantry ingredients and transforms them into a tasty treat that everyone loves! They are soft and chewy and the cream cheese frosting is irresistible! Dress them up for holidays or serve them as the perfect after-school snack. This recipe is easy to split into smaller portions, or double the recipe to make even more! It's perfect for any event you need a sugar cookie bar for. "
Yields1 8x8 portion to cut into as many pieces as you need!
Preparation Time20 min
Cooking Time25 min
Cooking MethodOven
Cooking Vessel Size8 X 8 Baking Pan
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cup All Purpose Flour
- 1 tablespoon Corn Starch
- 1/2 teaspoon Baking Powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Baking Soda
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter, room temperature
- 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 Large Egg
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter
- 1/4 cup Cream Cheese
- 2 cup Powdered Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla
- 2 tablespoon Heavy Cream
- 1 drop Pink Gel Food Coloring
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In a medium bowl whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt.
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In a separate bowl cream the butter and sugar together until fluffy.
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Add the egg and vanilla to the sugar mixture and mix thoroughly.
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Add the dry ingredients and mix well.
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Fold a piece of parchment paper to fit inside your 8*8 pan (this helps with easy removal later)
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Next, press the cookie dough into the pan making sure it’s spread evenly.
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Bake for 20-25 mins.
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Allow the cookie to cool completely before icing.
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In a medium bowl cream together the cream cheese and butter.
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Next add the powdered sugar, vanilla, heavy cream, and food coloring.
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Beat with stand or hand mixer until fluffy.
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Spread your frosting over the cookie and top with sprinkles.
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Lift the parchment paper out of the pan.
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Slice into bars, serve, and enjoy!
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