Description
Soft and chewy peppermint sugar cookie bars with a festive twist. Perfect for holiday baking.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs, vanilla, and peppermint extract.
- Mix in flour, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- Fold in crushed peppermint candies.
- Spread batter evenly in the prepared pan.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until edges are golden.
- Cool completely before cutting into bars.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- For extra minty flavor, add an additional 1/4 tsp peppermint extract.
- Substitute peppermint candies with candy canes for a festive touch.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American