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Easy Peppermint Sugar Cookie Bars

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These Easy Peppermint Sugar Cookie Bars are a quick and festive holiday treat featuring a buttery sugar cookie base topped with crushed peppermint candies for a soft, chewy, and minty delight.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups (300g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
  • 3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ to ¾ cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes
  • Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting or glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed for 3–5 minutes until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until the batter is smooth and glossy.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed just until combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Spread the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan using a spatula, pressing gently to cover the bottom.
  7. Sprinkle the crushed peppermint candies evenly over the top, pressing them gently into the dough.
  8. Bake for 25–30 minutes, starting to check at 22 minutes. The edges should be golden and the center slightly soft with moist crumbs on a toothpick.
  9. Cool the bars completely in the pan for at least 30 minutes before lifting out using the parchment overhang.
  10. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar or drizzle a glaze made from powdered sugar and a little milk.

Notes

Use softened butter (not cold or melted) for best creaming results. Do not overmix the dough after adding flour to keep bars tender. Start checking baking time early to avoid overbaking. Press peppermint candies gently to keep crunch. Cooling completely before cutting ensures clean slices. Variations include adding chocolate, nuts, or using gluten-free and vegan substitutions.

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