Peppermint Sugar Cookie Bars 🎄
These delightful and easy peppermint sugar cookie bars are the perfect festive treat for your holiday gatherings! Simple to make and packed with holiday cheer.
Equipment
- 9x9-inch baking pan
- Parchment Paper
- Large mixing bowl
- Wire Rack
- Medium Bowl
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough
- 1 package sugar cookie mix (17.5 ounce)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes (for cookie dough)
For the Peppermint Frosting
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened (for frosting)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1-3 tablespoons milk or cream
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- Pinch salt
- 2-3 tablespoons crushed candy canes (for topping)
Instructions
- 1. Prepare Your Pan: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing some overhang on the sides for easy lifting later.
- 2. Mix the Simple Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar cookie mix, softened butter, and egg. Stir until everything is just blended together. Gently fold in the 1/2 cup of crushed candy canes until they're nicely distributed.
- 3. Bake to Perfection: Press this easy dough evenly into your prepared pan. Bake for 22-27 minutes, or until the edges are a light golden brown and the center looks firm. Let the cookie bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack – this step is crucial for perfect frosting!
- 4. Whip Up the Creamy Frosting: While the bars cool, beat the softened butter in a medium bowl until it's light and fluffy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, starting with 1 tablespoon of milk or cream, the peppermint extract, and a pinch of salt. Beat until you have a smooth, spreadable frosting. If it's too thick, add a tiny bit more milk, a teaspoon at a time, until it reaches your desired consistency.
- 5. Frost and Garnish: Once your cookie bars are entirely cool, spread the dreamy peppermint frosting evenly over the top. Sprinkle generously with the remaining 2-3 tablespoons of crushed candy canes for a beautiful and festive finish.
- 6. Slice and Enjoy: Use the parchment paper overhang to gently lift the entire baked and frosted slab out of the pan. Slice into neat squares or rectangles. Serve these delightful bars and savor the simple, homemade goodness!
Notes
These Peppermint Sugar Cookie Bars are a perfect festive treat!
Nutrition Information (per serving):
Calories: 287 kcal
Total Carbs: 41g
Net Carbs: 41g
Fats: 14g
Protein: 2g
Calories: 287 kcal
Total Carbs: 41g
Net Carbs: 41g
Fats: 14g
Protein: 2g
