Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Neapolitan Sugar Cookie Bars
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and prepare an 8-inch square pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
- Whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt in a mixing bowl.
- In another bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the unsalted butter until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes. Gradually add the granulated and brown sugars, mixing to create a light and fluffy texture.
- Incorporate the egg, almond extract, vanilla extract, and sour cream into the butter-sugar mixture. Mix on medium speed until fully combined.
- Divide the dough in half, gently mix cocoa powder into one half.
- Spread the chocolate dough evenly across the bottom of your prepared pan. Layer the reserved vanilla dough on top, spreading it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes or until the bars are light golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- While the cookie bars cool, smash fresh raspberries through a fine-mesh strainer to extract juice, then whisk in confectioners’ sugar until smooth.
- Once the bars have cooled completely, pour the raspberry glaze over the top and spread evenly.
- Allow the glaze to set for about 30 minutes, then slice into 24 squares.
Nutrition
Notes
Store well-wrapped Neapolitan Sugar Cookie Bars at room temperature for up to 4 days or refrigerate for about 5 to 7 days. For longer storage, freeze unglazed bars for up to 6 months.
