Crumble Cookie Bars Recipe
🕒 Total Time: 40 minutes
🥄 Servings: 1 8×8 inch square pan
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 1 tsp cream of tartar
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup butter flavor shortening
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 3 tbsp icing sugar
- 1 tbsp milk
- 1 1/2 tbsp half-and-half
- 3 tbsp butter
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to preheat.
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Prepare Pan: Coat the bottom and sides of an 8×8-inch square baking pan with approximately 2 tablespoons of softened butter.
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Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine all ingredients except for the icing sugar, cream, and butter.
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Press Crust: Press three-quarters of the mixture into the prepared baking pan, creating an even crust. Optionally, sprinkle with tiny chocolate chips or nuts for extra flavor and texture.
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Prepare Topping: In a saucepan, combine the powdered sugar, vanilla, milk (you can use whipping cream for a thicker texture), and butter. Heat the mixture until the butter is melted and all ingredients are well combined.
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Pour Mixture: Pour the melted mixture evenly over the crumbled mixture in the baking pan.
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Add Remaining Crumbs: Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture over the top of the melted mixture in the pan. It’s okay if the mixture doesn’t cover completely; this adds to the crumbly texture.
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Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the edges are slightly crispy.
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Cool and Serve: Allow the bars to cool in the pan for a few minutes before slicing into squares and serving. Enjoy these delightful crumble cookie bars as a delicious dessert or sweet snack!
These Crumble Cookie Bars are a delightful treat that combines the rich flavors of brown sugar, butter, and vanilla with a crumbly texture that’s irresistible. Perfect for sharing with friends and family, these bars are sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection.
