BIRTHDAY COOKIE BARS
These Birthday Cookie Bars are soft, chewy, and bursting with colourful sprinkles. They taste like funfetti birthday cake and are perfect for parties, celebrations, or whenever you need a festive, easy-to-make treat.
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- ¾ cup light brown sugar packed
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup white chocolate chips optional
- ⅓ cup rainbow sprinkles
Instructions
Preheat Oven:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease lightly.
Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk melted butter with both sugars until smooth. Add egg and vanilla; mix well.
Add Dry Ingredients:
- Stir in flour, baking powder, and salt until combined. Gently fold in white chocolate chips and sprinkles.
Bake:
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 20–25 minutes or until edges are golden and centre is set.
Cool and Slice:
- Let bars cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares.
Notes
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
- Make Ahead: Can be made 1 day in advance and stored wrapped tightly.
- Add-Ins: Try adding mini M&Ms or coloured frosting for extra birthday flair.
- Double Batch: Easily doubled for a 9×13-inch pan—just adjust bake time slightly.
- Serving Tip: Serve with ice cream or candles for a festive birthday dessert.