Red Velvet Sugar Cookie Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting

Deliciously soft and easy red velvet sugar cookie bars with a rich cream cheese frosting makes a festive treat for Valentine’s Day.

After a month of green smoothies and healthier eats, I’ve started playing around with chocolate, anything heart-shaped and of course – red velvet in my kitchen again.

With Valentine’s Day in less than two weeks, you’re probably seeing a ton of festive and cute things everywhere you look.  So if you’re looking for a few ideas on what to make for that special day, I’ve got some delicious Red Velvet Sugar Cookie Bars to help get you started.

The bars are soft and thick and really easy to make since you won’t have to roll out any dough.  They are topped with a sweet cream cheese frosting which is a match made in heaven with anything red velvet.

These make a special dessert for kids and adults alike and are perfect for Valentine’s Day.  Add some chocolate hearts and cute sprinkles on top and you’re sure to win over anyone’s heart with these!

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Red Velvet Sugar Cookie Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting

Cook Time

20 mins

Total Time

20 mins

 

Deliciously soft and easy red velvet sugar cookie bars with a rich cream cheese frosting makes a festive treat for Valentine's Day.

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American, Holiday

Keyword: classroom valentines day recipe, valentines day dessert recipe

Servings: 12 bars

Calories: 332 kcal

Ingredients

• 1-2/3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 egg room temperature
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon red food coloring

Cream Cheese Frosting:

• 8 ounces cream cheese softened
• 2/3 cup butter softened
• 2-1/2 cups sifted powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1-2 tablespoons heavy cream

Toppings:

• heart shaped chocolates
• heart shaped sprinkles

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350° degrees F. Line an 8x8" pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil sprayed lightly with cooking spray and leaving an overhang over the pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa, baking powder, cream of tartar and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and creamy, about 2-3 minutes. Beat in the egg, vanilla, and food coloring until well combined.
4. Slowly add the flour mixture and mix until a soft dough forms - do not overmix. Press dough into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for about 18-20 minutes until the edges start to pull away from the sides and a toothpick entered into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool completely before frosting.
   
5. To make the frosting, beat together the cream cheese and butter. Slowly add the powdered sugar and vanilla. Beat until smooth. Frost the top of the cooled bars. Remove from pan and cut into squares. Top each square with a heart-shaped chocolate.

Recipe Notes

Adapted from Chocolate Moosey

Nutrition Facts

Red Velvet Sugar Cookie Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting

Amount Per Serving (1 bar)

Calories 332 Calories from Fat 216

% Daily Value*

Fat 24g37%

Saturated Fat 15g75%

Cholesterol 81mg27%

Sodium 182mg8%

Potassium 82mg2%

Carbohydrates 26g9%

Sugar 22g24%

Protein 2g4%

Vitamin A 825IU17%

Calcium 34mg3%

Iron 0.4mg2%

* Nutrition facts are provided as a courtesy using the WPRM recipe calculator. It is best to make your own calculations to ensure accuracy. We expressly disclaim any and all liability of any kind with respect to any act or omission wholly or in part in reliance on anything contained in this website. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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