Description
Delightfully soft and chewy gluten-free sugar cookie bars topped with creamy frosting and fun sprinkles. This easy dessert recipe comes together quickly, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth with a classic cookie flavor in bar form.
Ingredients
Cookie Bars
- ½ cup melted unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 egg
- 1 ½ cups gluten free flour (see note)
- 1 tbsp milk
- ½ tsp sea salt
Frosting & Toppings
- Frosting (quantity as desired)
- Sprinkles (quantity as desired)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the bars.
- Combine Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, combine the melted unsalted butter with the granulated sugar. Stir well until the mixture becomes creamy and frothy, which helps incorporate air for a lighter texture.
- Add Vanilla and Egg: Add in the vanilla extract and egg to the butter and sugar mixture. Stir thoroughly to blend all wet ingredients uniformly.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Add the gluten-free flour, milk, and sea salt into the wet mixture. Stir until a cohesive sugar cookie dough forms with no dry flour visible.
- Shape Dough in Pan: Press the cookie dough evenly into the lined 8-inch pan, ensuring a smooth and uniform layer for even baking.
- Bake the Bars: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 18 to 20 minutes. The edges should become lightly golden while the center remains soft, signaling the perfect bake.
- Cool and Decorate: Remove the pan from the oven and allow the cookie bars to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, generously spread your favorite frosting on top and decorate with sprinkles to add color and texture.
- Serve: Cut into 16 squares and serve your delicious sugar cookie bars fresh for best taste and texture.
Notes
- Ensure the gluten-free flour you choose is suitable for baking to achieve the best texture.
- If you prefer, you can substitute the milk with a dairy-free alternative to make this recipe lactose-free.
- The frosting quantity can be adjusted based on your preference—cream cheese or buttercream frosting works well.
- To store, keep bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
