Soft and chewy sugar cookie bars topped with sweet marshmallow peeps candy. These easy cookie bars are perfect to bake for a fun Easter or spring themed treat. Everyone will love the soft and chewy classic sugar cookie bars topped with the colorful marshmallows.
The cookie dough is made like a classic sugar cookie dough. It is then pressed evenly into a greased square baking dish. Top evenly with the marshmallow peeps. Bake until the center of the cookie bars comes out clean with a toothpick. Let cool completely before cutting into bars and serving.
Peeps Sugar Cookie Bars
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- marshmallow peeps
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 F. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking soda. In a large bowl, combine butter with sugar until fluffy. Add in the egg and vanilla extract, and mix until smooth.
- Add in the flour mixture, mix until it is fully combined. Evenly press the cookie dough into a greased 8-inch square baking dish. Place peeps in a single layer onto the cookie bars. Bake for 20-25 minutes.
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