Description
These small batch funfetti sugar cookie bars are bright, chewy, and packed with colorful sprinkles. They offer a nostalgic birthday cake vibe with minimal effort and equipment, making them the perfect easy party dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (100g) light brown sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (60g) rainbow jimmies sprinkles
- 1/4 cup (45g) white chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides, and lightly spray with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until just combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the rainbow sprinkles and white chocolate chips gently to prevent the sprinkles from breaking.
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan, pressing down firmly.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden and the center is set but still has a tiny bit of give.
- Let the bars cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes before lifting them out and cutting into squares.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for best emulsification. Use long ‘jimmies’ sprinkles rather than round nonpareils to prevent color bleeding. Do not overbake to avoid dry bars. Press batter firmly into the pan for even baking. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approx. 2-inc
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 16
- Sodium: 90
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 24
- Protein: 2
Keywords: funfetti, sugar cookie bars, small batch, party dessert, easy baking, birthday cake bars, sprinkle cookies