Easy Strawberry Sugar Cookie Bars
These Easy Strawberry Sugar Cookie Bars. Are a delightful treat. With a soft, buttery base. And a vibrant, fruity frosting. Perfect for any occasion. These bars combine the comforting flavor of sugar cookies. With the bright, fresh taste of strawberries. The use of freeze-dried strawberries in the frosting. Intensifies the flavor. Without adding extra moisture. Ensuring a perfect texture every time.
24 Servings
Ingredients
Sugar Cookie Bars:
- 1 c butter unsalted, room temperature
- 1 c sugar
- 1 egg room temperature
- 1 egg yolk room temperature
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 3 c flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Strawberry Frosting:
- 3/4 c butter unsalted, room temperature (for frosting)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for frosting
- 3 teaspoons fresh lemon juice optional, for frosting
- 1.2 ounces package freeze-dried strawberries finely crushed (for frosting)
- 2-3 c powdered sugar for frosting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a 9x13 inch pan with parchment paper.
- Beat 1 c butter and 1 c sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg, egg yolk, vanilla extract, and almond extract, then mix well.
- In another bowl, whisk 3 c flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet until combined.
- Press dough into prepared pan and bake for 16-20 minutes. Cool completely.
- For frosting, beat 3/4 c butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 3 teaspoons lemon juice (optional), crushed freeze-dried strawberries, and 2-3 c powdered sugar until smooth.
- Frost cooled bars and top with fresh strawberries or sprinkles. Enjoy!
Notes
To make these bars gluten-free. Replace the all-purpose flour. With a gluten-free flour blend. That includes xanthan gum. Or a similar binder. To ensure the right texture. Make sure your baking powder. And baking soda. Are also gluten-free. By using a quality gluten-free flour blend. You’ll achieve a delicious, tender sugar cookie bar. That's perfect for those with gluten sensitivities. Enjoy the same great taste. And texture. Without the gluten!