Decadent Vegan Sugar Cookie Bars with Creamy Frosting
Indulge in these Decadent Vegan Sugar Cookie Bars, a delightful twist on classic sugar cookies that are perfect for any occasion. These rich, soft bars feature a subtly sweet vanilla flavor and are topped with a luscious, creamy frosting that adds the perfect finishing touch. Made without any animal products, these treats are not only scrumptious but also suitable for those following a vegan lifestyle. Share them at parties, potlucks, or keep them all to yourself – no one will guess they're vegan!
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Servings
120
Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
2 1/2 cups (measured)
baking powder
1/2 teaspoon (measured)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (measured)
cream of tartar
1/2 teaspoon (measured)
vegan butter
1 cup (softened)
granulated sugar
1 cup (measured)
egg substitute
1 (equivalent to 1 egg (use En-R-G or similar product))
vegan sour cream
1 1/2 tablespoons (measured)
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (measured)
powdered sugar
4 cups (sifted)
soymilk
1/4 cup (measured)
vanilla extract (for frosting)
1 teaspoon (measured)
salt (for frosting)
1 pinch (measured)
food coloring (optional)
3 drops (to desired color)
Instructions
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1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease or line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper for easy removal.
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2. In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and cream of tartar. Set this mixture aside.
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3. In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the softened vegan butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, around 3 minutes.
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4. Add the egg substitute and mix until well incorporated, followed by the vegan sour cream and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth.
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5. Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookie bars tender.
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6. Spread and gently press the dough evenly into the prepared baking dish using your hands or a spatula.
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7. Bake in the preheated oven for 17 to 20 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Once done, remove from the oven and allow the cookie bars to cool completely in the baking dish.
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8. While the cookie bars are cooling, prepare the frosting. In a medium bowl, beat together the softened vegan butter and powdered sugar until smooth. Gradually add soymilk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt, beating until light and fluffy.
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9. If desired, add food coloring to the frosting and mix until you achieve your desired shade.
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10. Once the cookie bars are completely cool, spread the frosting evenly on top.
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11. Cut into squares or rectangles and serve. Enjoy your beautifully frosted vegan sugar cookie bars!
Nutrition Information
5g
Fat
17g
Carbs
0.2g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Decadent Vegan Sugar Cookie Bars?
These are a rich and soft plant-based twist on classic sugar cookies, featuring a vanilla flavor and creamy frosting.
Are these cookie bars strictly vegan?
Yes, they are made without any animal products, making them suitable for a vegan lifestyle.
What is the oven temperature for this recipe?
The oven should be preheated to 375°F (190°C).
What size baking dish is required?
A 9x13-inch baking dish is recommended for these bars.
How long do the sugar cookie bars need to bake?
They should bake for 17 to 20 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
What type of flour is used in this recipe?
This recipe calls for 2 1/2 cups of measured all-purpose flour.
What serves as the egg substitute?
You can use one equivalent of a commercial egg substitute like En-R-G.
Does the recipe include vegan sour cream?
Yes, 1 1/2 tablespoons of vegan sour cream are used to help with the texture.
How long should I cream the vegan butter and sugar?
You should cream the softened vegan butter and granulated sugar for about 3 minutes until light and fluffy.
Why is cream of tartar used in the dough?
Cream of tartar is included with the dry ingredients to help achieve the classic sugar cookie texture.
How should I prepare the baking dish?
You should grease the dish or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
Can I overmix the dough?
It is recommended to stir until just combined and avoid overmixing to keep the bars tender.
When should I add the frosting?
The frosting should only be spread on the bars once they have cooled completely in the baking dish.
What ingredients are in the creamy frosting?
The frosting consists of vegan butter, powdered sugar, soymilk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
How do I make the frosting fluffy?
Beat the vegan butter and powdered sugar until smooth, then gradually add the liquid ingredients and beat until light.
Can I change the color of the frosting?
Yes, you can add about 3 drops of food coloring to achieve your desired shade.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 120 calories.
How much fat is in these cookie bars?
There are 5 grams of fat per serving.
What is the carbohydrate content?
Each serving contains 17 grams of carbohydrates.
How much protein is in each bar?
These bars contain 0.2 grams of protein per serving.
What kind of milk is used for the frosting?
The recipe specifies 1/4 cup of soymilk for the frosting.
How many ingredients are needed in total?
There are 14 ingredients required for both the bars and the frosting.
Are these bars good for parties?
Yes, they are perfect for parties, potlucks, or as a sweet treat for yourself.
How should I spread the dough?
Spread and gently press the dough evenly into the prepared dish using your hands or a spatula.
Is vanilla extract used in both the dough and frosting?
Yes, vanilla extract is added to both the cookie base and the creamy topping.
What is the texture of these bars?
They are described as rich, soft, and decadent.
Should the vegan butter be cold or softened?
The vegan butter should be softened for both the dough and the frosting.
Is there any salt in the frosting?
Yes, a pinch of salt is added to the frosting to balance the sweetness.
How should the bars be cut?
Once frosted, they can be cut into squares or rectangles for serving.
Can non-vegans tell these are plant-based?
According to the description, the bars are so scrumptious that no one will guess they are vegan.