Easter Sugar Cookie Bars

 

Ingredients:

For the Cookie Base:

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 1/2 cups granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 teaspoon almond extract

1/2 cup confetti sprinkles

For the Coconut Frosting:

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

3 cups powdered sugar

1/4 cup cream of coconut

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 teaspoon coconut extract

Pinch of salt

For Assembly:

1 1/2 cups sweetened coconut flakes

Green food coloring

Easter Peeps

Jelly beans

Instructions:

1.Prepare the Cookie Base: Preheat your oven to 350°F

(175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment

paper. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder,

baking soda, and salt. In a separate large bowl, cream

the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and

fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the

vanilla and almond extracts. Gradually add the dry

ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in the

confetti sprinkles. Spread the dough evenly into the

prepared pan and bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the

edges are lightly golden. Allow to cool completely.

2.Make the Coconut Frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat the

softened butter until smooth and creamy. Gradually add

the powdered sugar, mixing well after each addition.

Pour in the cream of coconut, vanilla extract, coconut

extract, and salt. Beat until fluffy and spreadable.

3.Prepare the Coconut “Grass”: Place the sweetened

coconut flakes in a bowl. Add a few drops of green food

coloring and toss until evenly tinted to resemble grass.

4.Assemble the Bars: Spread the coconut frosting evenly

over the cooled cookie base. Sprinkle the green coconut

flakes on top to create a grassy layer. Decorate with

Easter Peeps and scatter jelly beans around to create a

festive Easter scene.

5.Slice and Serve: Cut into squares using a sharp knife.

For clean slices, wipe the knife between cuts.

6.Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 20 minutes | Total

Time: 40 minutes