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Neapolitan Sugar Cookie Bars

Neapolitan Sugar Cookie Bars that Wow with Every Bite

Neapolitan Sugar Cookie Bars are soft, cakey layers of chocolate and vanilla topped with raspberry glaze, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Bars
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Measure carefully to avoid dense cookies.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter Softened for easier mixing.
  • 0.75 cups Granulated Sugar Contributes sweetness.
  • 0.75 cups Brown Sugar Adds depth of flavor.
  • 1 large Egg Binds ingredients together.
  • 1 teaspoon Almond Extract Adds nutty flavor.
  • 0.5 cups Sour Cream Adds moisture and tang.
  • 0.5 cups Cocoa Powder Opt for Dutch-process for deeper taste.
For the Raspberry Glaze
  • 1 cup Raspberries Fresh or frozen.
  • 1-2 cups Confectioners’ Sugar Sift for smoother consistency.

Equipment

  • 8-inch square baking pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and prepare an 8-inch square baking pan.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
  3. In a large bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Mix in the egg and almond extract until smooth.
  5. Add sour cream to the mixture and blend well.
  6. Gradually add the flour mixture and mix until just combined; divide the dough in half and mix cocoa powder into one half.
  7. In the prepared pan, press the chocolate dough into the bottom followed by the vanilla dough.
  8. Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Let the bars cool for 15-20 minutes, then prepare the raspberry glaze.
  10. Pour and spread the raspberry glaze over the cooled bars and let set for 30 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store well-wrapped cookie bars at room temperature for up to 4 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for a week or freeze for up to 6 months.

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