Description
A delightful twist on traditional sugar cookies, these Christmas Vanilla Bean Sugar Cookie Bars are easy to make and perfect for holiday celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon vanilla bean paste
- 1/2 cup sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla bean paste until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in the sprinkles if using.
- Spread the dough evenly in the prepared pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden around the edges but soft in the center.
- Cool completely before slicing into squares.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding chocolate chips or nuts. These bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg