Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- Christmas sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan.
- Cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add egg, almond extract, and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt, and cornstarch; mix into wet ingredients.
- Spread batter in the pan and bake for about 15 minutes.
- For frosting, whip together butter and powdered sugar, then add cream and vanilla.
- Spread frosting on cooled cookie layer and top with sprinkles.
Last Step:
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Ensure butter is softened for optimal mixing.
Monitor baking time to prevent over-baking.
Chilling the frosted bars helps the frosting set while maintaining its softness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 70
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Unsaturated Fat: 3
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 2
- Cholesterol: 25