Sweet tooth? Try these sugar cookie bars your kids (and you) will love!

Sugar cookie bars make a special after-school treat!

By Sarah-McNeal Weaver

Some days we just need something sweet and this recipe for sugar cookie bars makes a great after-school treat.

They are cute, easy to make and super tasty!

WHAT YOU NEED

1 cup softened butter 

1 cup of white sugar 

Cream together in mixer until smooth.

ADD:

2 tsp vanilla 

1 egg 

Then mix again.

In a separate bowl, combine:

2 1/4 cups flour 

Dash of salt

1 1/2 tsp baking powder 

WHAT TO DO NEXT

Combine wet and dry mixtures; add in sprinkles.

Line a sheet pan with parchment paper; spray.

Press dough gently onto paper and bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes until it just starts to turn golden.

Let cool in pan for about 30 minutes, then transfer to countertop. 

FOR GLAZE:

2 cups powdered sugar

1/4 cup heavy whipping cream

Combine and pour on top once it’s cooled. 

You can also make a buttercream for this.

I prefer a glaze because it doesn’t feel as heavy, but if you like something a little thicker, make a buttercream.