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Easy Patriotic Funfetti Sugar Cookie Bars

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These Easy Patriotic Funfetti Sugar Cookie Bars are soft, chewy, and festive with red, white, and blue sprinkles baked right in, perfect for 4th of July celebrations and summer parties.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (226 grams) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup (150 grams) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
  • 2 1/2 cups (312 grams) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup (about 120 grams) red, white, and blue sprinkles (colorfast preferred)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy lifting.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract and almond extract. Mix until just combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sifted all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed or folding gently with a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  6. Gently fold in the red, white, and blue sprinkles, being careful not to crush them or cause color bleeding.
  7. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula to about 1/2 to 3/4 inch thickness.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, checking at 20 minutes. Bars are done when edges are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter.
  9. Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before slicing. Use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out for easier cutting.
  10. Cut into squares or rectangles and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Notes

Use colorfast sprinkles to prevent bleeding colors. Do not overmix the dough after adding flour to keep bars tender. Let bars cool completely before slicing for clean cuts. If bars are too soft to cut, chill in the fridge for 15 minutes. Softened butter is essential for proper creaming.

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