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Cozy Peppermint Sugar Cookie Bars

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These peppermint sugar cookie bars combine a tender, buttery sugar cookie base with crushed peppermint candy canes for a festive and cozy holiday treat that’s quick and easy to make.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks, 226g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups (312g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup crushed peppermint candy canes (about 6 standard-sized sticks)
  • Optional: 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for dusting or glaze)
  • Optional: 2 tablespoons milk (to make a simple glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease your 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3 to 5 minutes.
  3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
  6. Gently fold the crushed peppermint candy pieces into the dough, distributing them evenly.
  7. Transfer the dough to the prepared pan and press it down evenly with your hands or spatula.
  8. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until edges are lightly golden and center is set but slightly soft.
  9. Remove from oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  10. Optional: Whisk powdered sugar with milk until smooth and drizzle over cooled bars. Let set for 10 minutes.
  11. Slice into squares or bars and serve.

Notes

Use room temperature butter for best creaming results. Crush peppermint candy canes to pea-sized chunks for best texture. Coat peppermint pieces in flour before folding to prevent sinking. Let bars cool completely before slicing for cleaner cuts. Optional glaze adds extra sweetness. Variations include adding mini chocolate chips or using gluten-free flour.

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