Ingredients
For The Cookie Bars:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour spooned and leveled
- 1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter softened to room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs at room temperature
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For The Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened to room temperature
- 2 cups powdered sugar sifted
- 1 tablespoon milk add more if needed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Food dye optional
- Sprinkles optional, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture and stir just until combined. Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let the cookie base cool completely on a wire rack.
- For the frosting, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add in the powdered sugar, then mix in the milk and vanilla extract until smooth. Optionally, add a small amount of food dye if using, and mix to combine. Spread the frosting over the cooled cookie bars and top with sprinkles if desired. Cut into squares and serve.
