Sugar Cookie Bars Made Easy

Recipe View 5 mins Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 13x18-inch baking sheet. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins In a large bowl, cream together the granulated sugar and 1 cup softened butter until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in 2 teaspoons almond extract and vanilla extract until well combined. (10 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, salt, and baking soda. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. Spread the dough evenly onto the prepared baking sheet. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 45 mins Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The bars may not appear fully cooked but will firm up as they cool. Let cool completely on the baking sheet before frosting, about 30 minutes. (45 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins While the bars are cooling, prepare the frosting. In a medium bowl, beat ½ cup softened butter until smooth and creamy. Add 1 teaspoon almond extract and ¼ teaspoon salt. Gradually add the confectioners' sugar, one cup at a time, mixing until combined. Add heavy cream, one tablespoon at a time, until the frosting reaches a smooth, spreadable consistency. (10 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Once the cookie bars are completely cooled, spread the frosting evenly over the top. Cut into squares and serve. (5 minutes)