Written By Claire Pettit

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What better way to celebrate a birthday than with Funfetti? This recipe features a thick sugar cookie base with a hint of almond flavoring that perfectly complements the colorful sprinkled frosting.

Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 20 min | Total Time: 30 min

Ingredients

Cookie Bars:

  • 1 cup of sugar

  • 1/2 cup of unsalted butter

  • 1 large egg

  • 1/2 teaspoons of vanilla extract

  • 1/4 teaspoon of almond extract

  • 1 tablespoon of milk

  • 1 and 2/3 cup of all purpose flour

Frosting:

  • 1/2 cup of unsalted butter

  • 1/8 teaspoon of almond extract

  • 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract

  • 2 tablespoons of milk

  • 3 cups of powdered sugar

  • Funfetti sprinkles

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line an 8x8 baking pan with parchment paper.

  • In a stand mixer with a paddle attachment, beat the butter and sugar until combined. Add the egg, milk, vanilla, and almond extract, and beat well. Scrape down the sides, add the salt and flour, and beat for 1 minute.

  • Spread the dough into the prepared pan. Bake for 20-30 minutes, until the edges are golden brown and the center is still gooey

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