Ingredients
Method
Baking the Cookie Bars
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch pan with parchment and set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter with sugar until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then mix in the vanilla and salt until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the baking soda and flour. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until just combined.
- Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan, smoothing the top.
- Bake for 18–25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out mostly clean. Remove from oven and cool completely in the pan.
Preparing the Frosting
- In a medium bowl, beat the butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing on low until combined.
- Add the almond extract (if using) and milk, adjusting milk to reach a spreadable consistency.
- Tint frosting with green food coloring to desired hue.
- Spread evenly over cooled bars and decorate with sprinkles.
- Once the frosting sets, slice into bars and serve.
Nutrition
Notes
These cookie bars can be made ahead of time and stored at room temperature for up to 3 days, or frozen for up to 3 months. To refresh chilled bars, warm briefly in a 300°F oven for 5–7 minutes.