St. Patrick’s Day Sugar Cookies

why make this recipe

These St. Patrick’s Day Sugar Cookies are fun and easy. They look bright and festive. You can make them with kids. They taste sweet and soft. They dress up for a party or a simple snack.

introduction

This recipe makes soft sugar cookie bars and a green frosting. You cut the bars into shapes or squares and add sprinkles. If you like decorated cookies, try this football stadium sugar cookies for another fun cookie idea.

how to make St. Patrick’s Day Sugar Cookies

Make the sugar cookie bars first, then make the frosting. Spread the frosting when the bars cool. Add green food coloring and St. Patrick’s Day sprinkles. Chill the bars so the frosting sets, then cut or break into pieces.

Ingredients :

1 c. butter (softened at room temperature), 2 c. sugar, 4 eggs, 2 tsp. vanilla, 1 tsp. salt, 1/2 tsp. baking soda, 5 c. flour, 5 c. powdered sugar, 1 c. butter (softened at room temperature), 1/4 – 1/2 tsp. almond extract, 6 Tbsp milk, green food coloring, St. Patrick’s Day sprinkles

Directions :

Sugar Cookie Bars Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a bowl, beat 1 cup softened butter and 2 cups sugar until light.
3. Add 4 eggs, one at a time, beating after each.
4. Mix in 2 tsp. vanilla, 1 tsp. salt, and 1/2 tsp. baking soda.
5. Add 5 cups flour a little at a time until a soft dough forms.
6. Press dough evenly into a greased 9×13 inch pan.
7. Bake 18–22 minutes or until edges are light golden.
8. Cool completely in the pan.

Frosting Instructions:

1. In a bowl, beat 1 cup softened butter until smooth.
2. Add 5 cups powdered sugar little by little.
3. Mix in 1/4–1/2 tsp. almond extract and 6 Tbsp milk to reach spreadable consistency.
4. Add green food coloring until you like the color.
5. Spread frosting over cooled bars.
6. Add St. Patrick’s Day sprinkles.
7. Chill 30 minutes, then cut into bars or shapes.

how to serve St. Patrick’s Day Sugar Cookies

Cut into squares or use cookie cutters for shapes. Serve on a plate at parties or pack in a box for gifts. These go well with tea, coffee, or milk.

how to store St. Patrick’s Day Sugar Cookies

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, keep in the fridge up to 1 week. You can freeze unfrosted bars wrapped well for up to 2 months. Thaw, then frost before serving.

tips to make St. Patrick’s Day Sugar Cookies

• Soften butter to room temperature for easy mixing.
• Cool bars fully before frosting to avoid melting.
• Use gel food coloring for a bright green without adding too much liquid.
• Press dough evenly in the pan so baking is even.
• Chill the frosted bars to help clean cuts.

variation (if any)

• Add lemon zest to the dough for a citrus touch.
• Use vanilla or mint extract instead of almond for a different flavor.
• Swap green frosting for white and add green sprinkles for a milder look.
• Make individual cookies by scooping dough onto baking sheets and adjusting bake time.

FAQs

Q: Can I make the dough ahead?
A: Yes. You can make the dough and chill it for up to 24 hours before baking.

Q: Can I use salted butter?
A: You can, but reduce added salt to 1/2 tsp to avoid too much salt.

Q: Can I make smaller batches?
A: Yes. Cut the recipe in half and bake in a smaller pan. Check bake time earlier.

Q: How do I keep the frosting from cracking?
A: Spread a thin, even layer and chill gently. Avoid very cold cuts right away; let the frosted bars sit at room temp 5–10 minutes if too firm.

Q: Are these cookies kid-friendly?
A: Yes. Kids can help press the dough, stir frosting, and add sprinkles.

St. Patrick’s Day Sugar Cookies

• Author: arianarecipes
• Prep Time: 15
• Cook Time: 22
• Total Time: 37
• Yield: 20 servings 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

These festive sugar cookie bars are soft and sweet, perfect for celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with fun shapes and green frosting.

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Ingredients

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• 1 cup butter (softened at room temperature)
• 2 cups sugar
• 4 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 5 cups flour
• 5 cups powdered sugar
• 1 cup butter (softened at room temperature)
• 1/4 – 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
• 6 tablespoons milk
• Green food coloring
• St. Patrick’s Day sprinkles

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a bowl, beat 1 cup softened butter and 2 cups sugar until light.
3. Add 4 eggs, one at a time, beating after each.
4. Mix in 2 teaspoons vanilla, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon baking soda.
5. Add 5 cups flour a little at a time until a soft dough forms.
6. Press dough evenly into a greased 9×13 inch pan.
7. Bake for 18–22 minutes or until edges are light golden.
8. Cool completely in the pan.
9. In a bowl, beat 1 cup softened butter until smooth.
10. Add 5 cups powdered sugar little by little.
11. Mix in 1/4–1/2 teaspoon almond extract and 6 tablespoons milk to reach spreadable consistency.
12. Add green food coloring until you like the color.
13. Spread frosting over cooled bars.
14. Add St. Patrick’s Day sprinkles.
15. Chill for 30 minutes, then cut into bars or shapes.

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Notes

For best results, cool bars completely before frosting and use gel food coloring for vibrant color.

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Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 bar
• Calories: 250
• Sugar: 15g
• Sodium: 150mg
• Fat: 10g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Fiber: 1g
• Protein: 3g
• Cholesterol: 40mg