In a medium bowl, combine the sugar cookie crumbs with the melted butter. Stir until the crumbs are evenly coated in the butter, and the mixture resembles wet sand. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9×9-inch baking dish, creating an even crust. Use the back of a spoon or a measuring cup to press the crust down firmly. Place the crust in the refrigerator to set while you prepare the filling.
Make the filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy. Add the vanilla extract and mix until well combined. The cream cheese mixture should be light and fluffy.
Whip the cream: In a separate mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream with the granulated sugar using an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. This will create a light and airy whipped topping that will give the bars their creamy texture.
Combine the filling and whipped cream: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture. Use a spatula to carefully incorporate the whipped cream, ensuring the mixture stays light and fluffy. This will give the bars their signature creamy texture and lightness.
Assemble the bars: Pour the cream cheese and whipped cream filling onto the chilled sugar cookie crust. Spread the filling evenly across the surface, smoothing it out with a spatula. The mixture should cover the crust completely, creating a smooth, creamy layer.
Top with cookie pieces and sprinkles: Chop the sugar cookie pieces and sprinkle them evenly over the top of the bars. Add red and green sprinkles for a festive touch. The cookie pieces will add a nice crunch and enhance the sugar cookie flavor, while the sprinkles add a fun, holiday-inspired look.
Chill: Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight. This will allow the bars to firm up and set, making them easier to slice into squares.
Serve: Once the bars have chilled and set, slice them into squares and serve. These no-bake sugar cookie bars are the perfect holiday dessert—rich, creamy, and full of festive flavor!
Why this recipe is a hit:
See more on the next page
Advertisement
