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Birthday Cookie Bars

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  • Author: KimEasy
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 24 bars 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Birthday Cookie Bars are delightful, colorful treats that combine the soft, chewy texture of sugar cookies with the festive flair of sprinkles, making them perfect for celebrations.

Ingredients

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For the Cookie Bars:

  • 3/4 cup (170g) salted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg + 1 egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups (280g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 cup (80g) rainbow sprinkles

For the Frosting:

  • 4 ounces (113g) cream cheese, room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons (28g) salted butter, room temperature
  • 2 cups (240g) powdered sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2–3 teaspoons milk, if needed
  • Additional sprinkles for decoration

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pan and Oven:
    • Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
    • Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
  2. Make the Cookie Dough:
    • In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
    • Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
    • Gradually add the flour and baking powder to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
    • Fold in the ½ cup of sprinkles gently to distribute evenly throughout the dough.
  3. Bake the Cookie Bars:
    • Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan.
    • Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the center is set.
    • Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan.
  4. Prepare the Frosting:
    • In a medium bowl, beat together the cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
    • Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing well after each addition.
    • Stir in the vanilla extract.
    • If the frosting is too thick, add milk, one teaspoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
  5. Frost and Decorate:
    • Once the cookie bars are completely cool, spread the frosting evenly over the top.
    • Sprinkle additional rainbow sprinkles over the frosting for a festive touch.
  6. Serve:
    • Use the parchment overhang to lift the bars out of the pan.
    • Cut into squares and serve.

Notes

  • Storage: Store the frosted cookie bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Customization: Feel free to use sprinkles that match the theme of your celebration for a personalized touch.

Find it online: https://newsvks.com/birthday-cookie-bars/