Vegan Frosted Sugar Cookie Bars

Sugar cookies have been enjoyed since the 1700s and were originally known as ‘Nazareth cookies’ as they were made by German Protestant settlers in Nazareth, Pennsylvania.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 65 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Vegan Frosted Sugar Cookie Bars

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: International Courses: Anytime, Bakery, Dessert Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 15 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 5 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 2640

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Vegan butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoon Flaxseed meal
• 6 tablespoon Water
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoon Plant-based milk
• 2 drop Food coloring (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, cream together the vegan butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. In a small bowl, combine the flaxseed meal and water, let it sit for 5 minutes to thicken. Then add the flaxseed mixture and vanilla extract to the creamed butter and sugar. Mix well.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
6. Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking dish and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
7. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely in the dish.
8. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and plant-based milk until smooth. Add food coloring if desired.
9. Once the cookie bars have cooled, spread the frosting evenly over the top.
10. Allow the frosting to set for about 30 minutes before cutting into bars.
11. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 220kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 30g10%

Sugars 18g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.