Frosted 4th of July Cookie Bars
Frosted 4th of July cookie bars are the ultimate festive dessert, perfect for summer celebrations. These vibrant treats feature layers of buttery cookie base topped with creamy frosting and colorful red, white, and blue sprinkles. Ideal for barbecues or picnics, they’ll impress guests and satisfy sweet cravings in every bite. Easy to prepare, they can be customized for any occasion, making them a go-to recipe for gatherings filled with joy and laughter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup red and blue sprinkles (plus extra for topping)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 3 tbsp milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Beat in eggs one at a time followed by vanilla until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually mix into wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in half of the sprinkles gently.
- Spread dough evenly in the baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- For frosting, beat powdered sugar and milk until smooth; spread over cooled bars and top with remaining sprinkles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute chocolate chips or nuts for sprinkles. Add a sprinkle of sea salt on top to enhance flavor. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days.