Ingredients
– 1 egg binds the mixture and adds moisture for a perfect consistency
– 1 1/2 tablespoons vanilla extract enhances the overall flavor with a warm, aromatic touch
– 8 oz cream cheese, at room temperature creates a rich, tangy center layer that balances the sweetness
– 16.5 oz tube of sugar cookie dough, at almost room temperature forms the soft, buttery base and top crust
– Rainbow sprinkles (quantity as desired) adds a fun, colorful finish once the bars have cooled
Instructions
1-First, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly spray an 8×8 inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
2-In a large bowl, use a hand mixer to beat the egg, vanilla extract, and room temperature cream cheese until smooth, which takes just a minute or two.
3-Cut the sugar cookie dough tube in half and press one half evenly into the bottom of the prepared dish to form a sturdy crust.
4-Next, pour the smooth cream cheese mixture over the sugar cookie crust for that creamy layer.
5-Break the remaining half of the cookie dough into flattened chunks and distribute them evenly over the cream cheese; these chunks will sink, melt, and rise during baking to create the top crust.
6-Bake for 30 minutes, or until the sugar cookie dough portions turn golden brown, then allow the bars to cool completely for at least 1 hour before adding rainbow sprinkles on top.
Last Step:
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🍪 Refrigerated cookie dough simplifies preparation.
🎂 The cream cheese layer contains no added sugar to balance sweetness.
❄️ Ensure bars are fully cool before adding sprinkles to avoid melting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooling time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar