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Shamrock Sugar Cookie Bars

Shamrock Sugar Cookie Bars

Delight in these festive Shamrock Sugar Cookie Bars, featuring a soft, buttery base topped with vibrant green shamrock sprinkles, perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any celebration.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups white sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon almond extract (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons sour cream
  • Green shamrock sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and baking powder; set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract if using, then mix in sour cream.
  5. Gradually blend in the dry ingredients until just combined.
  6. Spread the dough evenly into the prepared pan.
  7. Sprinkle generously with green shamrock sprinkles.
  8. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until edges are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Let cool completely before cutting into bars.

Notes

For extra festive flair, drizzle with a simple vanilla glaze or add white chocolate chips into the batter before baking.