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Chewy Stars and Stripes Sugar Cookie Bars

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These chewy, buttery sugar cookie bars feature festive red, white, and blue star-shaped sprinkles, perfect for summer celebrations like the 4th of July. They are quick to make, easy to share, and have a nostalgic sweet flavor with a chewy texture.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup (165g) light brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups (310g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • About 1/2 cup red, white, and blue star-shaped sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
  2. In a large bowl, beat 1 cup softened unsalted butter with 3/4 cup granulated sugar and 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes with an electric mixer on medium speed.
  3. Beat in 2 large eggs, one at a time, then stir in 1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract until the batter is smooth and glossy.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Gently fold in about 1/4 cup of the red, white, and blue star-shaped sprinkles.
  7. Transfer the dough to the prepared pan and press evenly to smooth the surface.
  8. Sprinkle the remaining sprinkles evenly over the top, pressing down lightly so they stick.
  9. Bake for 25-28 minutes until the edges are lightly golden and the center is still soft. A toothpick inserted near the middle should come out with a few moist crumbs.
  10. Remove from oven and cool completely in the pan on a cooling rack before lifting out using the parchment paper overhang. Cut into squares and serve.

Notes

Do not skip the cooling step to prevent crumbling. Use light brown sugar for chewiness. Avoid overbaking to keep bars soft and chewy. Press sprinkles gently to avoid color bleeding. Room temperature eggs and butter ensure even mixing.

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Keywords: sugar cookie bars, chewy cookie bars, 4th of July dessert, patriotic dessert, easy sugar cookies, summer dessert, star sprinkles

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