4th of July Cookie Bars | Easy Funfetti Sugar Cookies Recipe

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If you need a dessert that feeds a crowd, travels well, and screams “Fourth of July” the second it hits the table — these Funfetti Sugar Cookie Bars are it.

They’re soft, buttery, loaded with red, white, and blue sprinkles, and topped with a creamy frosting that makes them feel extra special. The best part? They bake in one pan. No rolling dough. No cutting cookies. No decorating marathon.

Perfect for BBQs, potlucks, fireworks parties, and backyard gatherings.

Why You’re Going to Love These 4th of July Cookie Bars…

✔️ One-bowl dough
✔️ No rolling or cutting
✔️ So quick to make
✔️ Feeds a crowd
✔️ Easy to transport
✔️ Kid-friendly
✔️ Perfect for 4th of July parties

They’re basically classic sugar cookies — but way easier.

4th of July Funfetti Sugar Cookie Bars Recipe

Servings & Nutrition

Servings: 16 large bars (or 24 smaller squares)
Estimated Calories: 310 per large bar | Protein: 3g per serving

(Nutrition estimate includes frosting.)

Ingredients

For the Sugar Cookie Bars

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
½ cup light brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup red, white, and blue sprinkles

For the Frosting

½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons heavy cream (or milk)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Extra patriotic sprinkles for topping

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Sugar Cookie Bar Instructions

Step 1: Preheat & Prep

Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9×13 baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease.

Step 2: Cream Butter & Sugars

In a large bowl, beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).

Step 3: Add Eggs & Vanilla

Mix in eggs one at a time. Stir in vanilla.

Step 4: Add Dry Ingredients

In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix into wet ingredients until just combined.

Step 5: Fold in Sprinkles

Gently fold in patriotic sprinkles. The kids love “helping” with this one!

Step 6: Press Into Pan

Press dough evenly into prepared pan. Smooth the top.

Step 7: Bake for 20–25 minutes, until edges are lightly golden and center is set but soft. Do not overbake — you want them chewy. Let cool completely before frosting.

Make the Frosting

Beat softened butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar, cream, vanilla, and salt. Beat until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).

Spread evenly over cooled bars and top with extra red, white, and blue sprinkles.

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Tips for Perfect Sugar Cookie Bars

Don’t overbake — they continue cooking slightly after removal.
Use parchment for easy lifting and slicing.
Chill frosted bars 20 minutes before cutting for clean edges.
Add a few extra sprinkles right after baking for extra color pop.

Make Them Even More Patriotic

Tint half the frosting light blue and swirl it.
Add star-shaped sprinkles on top.
Cut into star shapes using a cookie cutter.
Add white chocolate drizzle.

Storage & Travel Tips

Store covered at room temperature up to 3 days.
Refrigerate up to 5 days.
Transport in a lidded 9×13 container for easy potluck travel.
These stack well with parchment between layers.

Perfect for backyard BBQs.

Recipe FAQs

Can I use boxed sugar cookie mix?

Yes — press into pan and bake per package directions.

Can I freeze them?

Yes. Freeze unfrosted bars up to 2 months. Frost after thawing.

Can I make them thinner?

Use a larger sheet pan and reduce bake time slightly (15–18 minutes).

Final Thoughts

These 4th of July Funfetti Sugar Cookie Bars are everything a holiday dessert should be — colorful, easy, crowd-pleasing, and low stress.

If you want something festive without spending hours decorating cookies, this is your recipe.

A plate of frosted funfetti cookie bars with red, white, and blue sprinkles, surrounded by baking ingredients and a July 4th theme, including an American flag graphic and text promoting an easy holiday treat.

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