Easy Halloween Sugar Cookie Bars
Delicious and soft sugar cookie bars topped with vibrant orange frosting, perfect for Halloween celebrations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 16 bars
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Orange food coloring
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
- Halloween sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan with non-stick spray or line it with parchment paper.
- Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Mix together the flour, baking powder, and salt in another bowl. Gradually blend this mixture into the butter mixture until incorporated.
- Spread the dough into the prepared baking pan, ensuring it reaches all corners.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and center is set. Allow to cool completely before frosting.
- Combine the powdered sugar, milk, and a few drops of food coloring in a mixing bowl. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Frost the cooled cookie bars with the orange frosting using a spatula.
- Add Halloween sprinkles if desired, then cut into squares or rectangles to serve.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Adjust frosting consistency with milk as needed.