{"id":56059,"date":"2026-01-10T08:19:01","date_gmt":"2026-01-10T08:19:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/?p=56059"},"modified":"2026-01-10T08:20:48","modified_gmt":"2026-01-10T08:20:48","slug":"easy-neapolitan-sugar-cookie-bars","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/easy-neapolitan-sugar-cookie-bars\/","title":{"rendered":"Easy Neapolitan Sugar Cookie Bars"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you love bright, layered desserts, these <strong>Sugar Cookie Bars<\/strong> turn the classic Neapolitan vibe into an easy, sliceable treat. Think chocolate + vanilla + a vivid raspberry topping, all in a traybake that\u2019s shockingly simple and wildly festive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These bars feel fancy but behave like a champ: no rolling, no piping, no fragile cookies to assemble. Press, bake, glaze, and slice. Done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why you&#8217;ll love this Sugar Cookie Bar Recipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Why bother with fiddly cookies when a bar does the same job faster? These <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/lemon-sugar-cookie-bars-recipe\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"1842\">Sugar Cookie Bars<\/a><\/strong> stack flavor and texture\u2014an almond-tinged vanilla layer, a silky chocolate base, and a glossy raspberry finish studded with sprinkles if you\u2019re feeling extra. They look like party food and taste like nostalgia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Big win:<\/strong> bars travel and cut neatly for gift boxes. Perfect for holiday platters or a cookie swap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The story behind these Neapolitan-style bars<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Neapolitan desserts have that instant \u201cooo\u201d factor. The old-school ice cream trio\u2014chocolate, vanilla, strawberry\u2014came from Italians bringing layered flavor to America. Our recipe nods to that history but with a twist: <strong>Neapolitan Ice Cream<\/strong> inspired the idea, but we use raspberry for a brighter pink and tangier punch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Test Kitchen Director Sarah Jampel (yep, she\u2019s the genius here) swapped strawberries for raspberries because they give a deeper color and bolder flavor. Sarah also leaned into almond extract to echo rainbow-style <a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/pistachio-wedding-cookies-elegant-italian-cookies-for-your-big-day\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"1841\">Italian cookies<\/a>, so these bars feel like a cross between <strong>Rainbow Cookies<\/strong> and classic <strong>Sugar Cookies<\/strong>. The result? A slightly modern, very photogenic take on a classic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients breakdown \u2014 what\u2019s in each layer (short blurbs)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s what you\u2019ll need and why each ingredient matters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>All-purpose flour<\/strong> \u2014 the structure. Measure carefully for the right crumb.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Baking soda<\/strong> \u2014 just enough lift to keep the bars tender.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Salt<\/strong> \u2014 balances sweetness; never skip.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Butter<\/strong> \u2014 cool room temperature butter gives tender dough and richness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Granulated + confectioners\u2019 sugar<\/strong> \u2014 granulated for structure, confectioners\u2019 for tender crumb and a silky glaze.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Egg<\/strong> \u2014 binds everything.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vanilla + almond extract<\/strong> \u2014 aromatic power; almond makes these slightly nutty and bakery-like.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sour cream or plain yogurt<\/strong> \u2014 adds moisture and a tender bite.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cocoa<\/strong> \u2014 for the chocolate layer; deepens flavor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Raspberries<\/strong> \u2014 for the glaze; they cook down to a bright, flavorful topping.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sprinkles (optional)<\/strong> \u2014 purely for show but highly recommended if you want wow factor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Quick note:<\/strong> <strong>weigh your flour<\/strong> or use the spoon-and-level method. Too much flour = dense bars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Easy-Neapolitan-Sugar-Cookie-Bars-2.webp\" alt=\"Three stacked slices of Sugar Cookie Bars showing layered chocolate and vanilla with pink raspberry glaze and sprinkles.\" class=\"wp-image-56062\" srcset=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Easy-Neapolitan-Sugar-Cookie-Bars-2.webp 1024w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Easy-Neapolitan-Sugar-Cookie-Bars-2-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Easy-Neapolitan-Sugar-Cookie-Bars-2-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Easy-Neapolitan-Sugar-Cookie-Bars-2-768x768.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to make these Neapolitan Sugar Cookie Bars \u2014 step-by-step<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow this simple plan and you\u2019ll have neat, layerable bars that cut like a dream.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Preheat &amp; prep.<\/strong> Heat the oven to 325\u00b0F (163\u00b0C). Grease an 8-inch square pan or line it with a parchment sling for easy removal.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dry mix.<\/strong> Whisk the flour, baking soda, and salt in a bowl until combined. This avoids pockets of leavener and gives even texture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cream butter + sugars.<\/strong> Beat the butter on low until smooth. Add granulated and confectioners\u2019 sugar; beat until mixed but not fluffy. Add egg, vanilla, and almond extract, then sour cream; combine.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Divide the dough.<\/strong> Add the dry ingredients to the mixer and pulse until just combined. Reserve roughly half of the dough in a separate bowl. Add the cocoa to the dough remaining in the mixer and work it in until even.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Layer \u2014 chocolate first.<\/strong> Use damp hands or a scoop to dollop the chocolate dough into the pan; press it into an even layer. <strong>Pro tip:<\/strong> <strong>damp hands prevent sticking and give a smoother base.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vanilla layer.<\/strong> Dollop the reserved vanilla dough over the chocolate layer; press evenly with damp hands or an offset spatula.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bake.<\/strong> Pop the pan in the oven for 35\u201340 minutes. You want the surface just barely golden. A toothpick in the center should come out clean.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cool completely.<\/strong> Transfer to a wire rack and cool fully before glazing. Don\u2019t rush this step or the glaze will slide off a warm bar.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Make the raspberry glaze.<\/strong> Press raspberries through a fine-mesh strainer to extract juice. Mix in confectioners\u2019 sugar gradually until the glaze is thick but pourable\u2014think honey texture. Stir in vanilla and a pinch of salt.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Glaze &amp; decorate.<\/strong> Pour the glaze over the cooled bars, smoothing to the edges. Add sprinkles immediately if using.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Set &amp; slice.<\/strong> Let the glaze set, then slice into small squares (we love 24 pieces from a 6&#215;4 grid) or cut to your preferred size.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bold tip:<\/strong> <strong>strain the raspberries<\/strong> \u2014 seeds ruin the glaze\u2019s silkiness. Use a spoon and some patience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pro tips for perfect results<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Use cool room-temperature butter (65\u201368\u00b0F)<\/strong> \u2014 too soft and the dough gets greasy; too cold and it won\u2019t incorporate properly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Don\u2019t overmix the dough<\/strong> once the flour goes in\u2014overworking develops gluten and yields tougher bars.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Press layers evenly<\/strong> with damp hands for the most uniform look.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cool completely before glazing<\/strong>\u2014warm bars = runny glaze and sad edges.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Test the glaze thickness<\/strong>: if it\u2019s too thin, add a touch more sifted confectioners\u2019 sugar. If too thick, add a few drops of raspberry juice.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Variations to try<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to riff? Go for it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Classic strawberry twist:<\/strong> Use strawberries instead of raspberries for a softer pink.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chocolate glaze:<\/strong> Swap the raspberry glaze for a quick chocolate ganache for a richer take.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Nutty bars:<\/strong> Fold finely chopped toasted almonds into the vanilla layer for crunch and extra almond notes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Jam swap:<\/strong> Replace the fresh-berry glaze with a high-quality <a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/raspberry-swirl-cookies-christmas-cookies\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"1840\">raspberry<\/a> jam thinned with lemon juice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bookish upgrade:<\/strong> Layer thinly sliced pound cake between the cookie bars for a hybrid dessert (wild, but delicious).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How these bars fit into cookie culture &amp; Baking Company menus<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you run a local <strong>Baking Company<\/strong> or a pop-up, these bars are gold. They scale easily, photograph beautifully, and slice clean for display cases. Bars also ship better than decorated cookies, so they\u2019re ideal for gift boxes or <a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/best-gingerbread-loaf-recipe-gingerbread-coffee-cake\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"1839\">cookie exchange<\/a> orders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking to add them to a seasonal menu? Pair with shortbread or a classic <strong>Sugar Cookies<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/holiday-cookie-tray-irresistible-christmas-cookie-bars\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"1844\"> selection for a varied holiday tray<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Easy-Neapolitan-Sugar-Cookie-Bars-3.webp\" alt=\"Three stacked slices of Sugar Cookie Bars showing layered chocolate and vanilla with pink raspberry glaze and sprinkles.\" class=\"wp-image-56063\" srcset=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Easy-Neapolitan-Sugar-Cookie-Bars-3.webp 1024w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Easy-Neapolitan-Sugar-Cookie-Bars-3-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Easy-Neapolitan-Sugar-Cookie-Bars-3-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Easy-Neapolitan-Sugar-Cookie-Bars-3-768x768.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best ways to serve Neapolitan sugar bars<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Party platter:<\/strong> Cut them small so guests can sample lots of goodies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Gift box:<\/strong> Stack in parchment squares with tissue\u2014cute and sturdy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Afternoon tea:<\/strong> Serve with a pot of black tea or milky coffee.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dessert plate:<\/strong> Add a dollop of whipped cream and a few fresh berries for a fancier finish.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Want a pairing idea? These bars love a bright, citrusy drink\u2014think sparkling lemonade or an orange-y cocktail that cuts the sweetness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quick tips for storage and leftovers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Room temp:<\/strong> Store well-wrapped at room temperature for up to <strong>4 days<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Freezing:<\/strong> Freeze unglazed bars for up to <strong>6 months<\/strong>. Thaw before applying glaze.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Glued?<\/strong> If the glaze softens in the fridge, bring bars to room temp before serving for best texture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Travel:<\/strong> For shipping, freeze before packing and use insulated packaging.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Storage reminder:<\/strong> <strong>glaze seals the cookie<\/strong>; keep them covered to avoid a stale edge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs \u2014 quick answers to common questions<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1768031206361\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Can I make these gluten-free?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes\u2014swap in a trusted 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. Watch hydration; the dough may need a slight adjustment.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1768031212700\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Can I use frozen raspberries?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>You can. Thaw and strain them thoroughly; expect a slightly darker color and a touch more moisture in the juice.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1768031218918\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Can I make these ahead?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Absolutely. Bake the bars, freeze unglazed, then thaw and glaze before gifting or serving.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1768031226991\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>What if my glaze is too runny?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Whisk in more sifted confectioners\u2019 sugar a tablespoon at a time until it thickens.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1768031234503\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Can I bake in a different pan?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>You can use a 9-inch pan, but the bake time and layer thickness will change slightly\u2014monitor doneness.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final thoughts \u2014 wrap-up and serving swagger<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>These <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/easy-sugar-cookie-cheesecake-bars-recipe\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"1843\">Sugar Cookie Bars<\/a><\/strong> combine the best parts of <strong>Neapolitan Ice Cream<\/strong> nostalgia with the practicality of a traybake. They channel <strong>Rainbow Cookies<\/strong> energy (that almond note!) while staying unmistakably cookie-barish. Whether you\u2019re baking for a crowd, packing gift boxes from your <strong>Baking Company<\/strong>, or just frosting and sprinkling on a weekday evening, these bars behave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>One last bold tip:<\/strong> <strong>if you want that bakery look, don\u2019t skimp on the sprinkles.<\/strong> Seriously\u2014sprinkles make people smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So\u2014are you ready to press, bake, and glaze? Grab your mixing bowl, cue your favorite playlist, and make a pan. These <strong>Cookie Bars<\/strong> deliver bright color, nostalgic flavor, and minimal fuss. Share them, package them, photograph them (obviously), and then eat them before anyone asks for a second slice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow me on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/jennermoo\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/jennermoo\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pinterest <\/a><\/strong>for daily new recipes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Easy-Neapolitan-Sugar-Cookie-Bars-1.webp\" alt=\"Three stacked slices of Sugar Cookie Bars showing layered chocolate and vanilla with pink raspberry glaze and sprinkles.\" class=\"wp-image-56064\" srcset=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Easy-Neapolitan-Sugar-Cookie-Bars-1.webp 1024w, 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15.9 14.3 0 27.6-5.6 37.6-15.8L469 285.6c53.5-54.7 64.7-157.9-10.6-221.3zm-23.6 187.5L259.4 430.5c-2.4 2.4-4.4 2.4-6.8 0L77.2 251.8c-36.5-37.2-43.9-107.6 7.3-150.7 38.9-32.7 98.9-27.8 136.5 10.5l35 35.7 35-35.7c37.8-38.5 97.8-43.2 136.5-10.6 51.1 43.1 43.5 113.9 7.3 150.8z\"><\/path><\/symbol><symbol id=\"tasty-recipes-icon-heart-solid\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><title>heart solid<\/title> <desc>heart solid icon<\/desc><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M462.3 62.6C407.5 15.9 326 24.3 275.7 76.2L256 96.5l-19.7-20.3C186.1 24.3 104.5 15.9 49.7 62.6c-62.8 53.6-66.1 149.8-9.9 207.9l193.5 199.8c12.5 12.9 32.8 12.9 45.3 0l193.5-199.8c56.3-58.1 53-154.3-9.8-207.9z\"><\/path><\/symbol><\/defs><\/svg>\n<header class=\"tasty-recipes-entry-header\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-image\">\n\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"60\" height=\"60\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Easy-Neapolitan-Sugar-Cookie-Bars-150x150.webp\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"Three stacked slices of Sugar Cookie Bars showing layered chocolate and vanilla with pink raspberry glaze and sprinkles.\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" \/>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-header-content clearfix\">\n\t\t<h2 class=\"tasty-recipes-title\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h2-color.color h2-transform.text-transform\">Easy Neapolitan Sugar Cookie Bars<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-rating\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-rating-outer\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-rating-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"tasty-recipes-rating-stars\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"position: absolute;width: 0;height: 0;overflow: hidden\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n<defs>\n<symbol viewbox=\"9 9 46 42\" id=\"wpt-star-full\">\n<path d=\"m46.3 52-14.4-9.5-14.4 9.4L22 35.3 8.7 24.5l17.1-.9 6.2-16 6 16 17.2 1-13.4 10.7z\" \/>\n<\/symbol>\n<\/defs>\n<\/svg>\n<span class=\"tasty-recipes-ratings-buttons 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Star\t\t\t<\/span>\t\t<\/i>\t<\/span><\/span><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"tasty-recipes-rating-label\"><span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\" class=\"rating-label\">No reviews<\/span><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-details\">\n\t\t\t\t<ul>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"author\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAuthor:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-author-name\">Jennifer<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"prep-time\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-clock\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPrep Time:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-prep-time\">25 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"cook-time\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-clock\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCook Time:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-cook-time\">40 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"total-time\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-clock\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTotal Time:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-total-time\">1 hour 5 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"yield\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-cutlery\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tYield:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-yield\"><span data-amount=\"24\">24<\/span> small bars <span class=\"tasty-recipes-yield-scale\"><span data-amount=\"1\">1<\/span>x<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"category\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-folder\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCategory:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-category\">Dessert<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-buttons\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-button-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\n<a class=\"button tasty-recipes-print-button tasty-recipes-no-print\" href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/easy-neapolitan-sugar-cookie-bars\/print\/56060\/\" target=\"_blank\" 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tasty-recipes-scale-button-active\" data-amount=\"1\" type=\"button\">1x<\/button><button class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-button\" data-amount=\"2\" type=\"button\">2x<\/button><button class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-button\" data-amount=\"3\" type=\"button\">3x<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><\/div>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<p><strong>For the dough<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e08e7\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e08e7\" aria-label=\"2 1\/4 cups (270 g) unbleached all-purpose flour\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e08e7\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"2.25\" data-unit=\"cup\">2 1\/4 cups<\/span> (<span data-amount=\"270\" data-unit=\"g\">270 g<\/span>) unbleached all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e08f9\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e08f9\" aria-label=\"3\/4 teaspoon baking soda\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e08f9\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.75\" data-unit=\"teaspoon\">3\/4 teaspoon<\/span> baking soda<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e0903\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e0903\" aria-label=\"1\/2 teaspoon salt\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e0903\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.5\" data-unit=\"teaspoon\">1\/2 teaspoon<\/span> salt<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e0911\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e0911\" aria-label=\"12 tablespoons (170 g) unsalted butter, at cool room temperature (about 65\u201368\u00b0F)\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e0911\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"12\" data-unit=\"tablespoon\">12 tablespoons<\/span> (<span data-amount=\"170\" data-unit=\"g\">170 g<\/span>) unsalted butter, at cool room temperature (about 65\u201368\u00b0F)<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e091d\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e091d\" aria-label=\"3\/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e091d\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.75\" data-unit=\"cup\">3\/4 cup<\/span> (<span data-amount=\"150\" data-unit=\"g\">150 g<\/span>) granulated sugar<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e0929\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e0929\" aria-label=\"3\/4 cup (85 g) powdered (confectioners\u2019) sugar\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e0929\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.75\" data-unit=\"cup\">3\/4 cup<\/span> (<span data-amount=\"85\" data-unit=\"g\">85 g<\/span>) powdered (confectioners\u2019) sugar<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e0934\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e0934\" aria-label=\"1 large egg\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e0934\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1\">1<\/span> large egg<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e093d\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e093d\" aria-label=\"1 1\/2 teaspoons vanilla extract (or vanilla bean paste)\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e093d\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1.5\" data-unit=\"teaspoon\">1 1\/2 teaspoons<\/span> vanilla extract (or vanilla bean paste)<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e096f\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e096f\" aria-label=\"1\/2 teaspoon almond extract\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e096f\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.5\" data-unit=\"teaspoon\">1\/2 teaspoon<\/span> almond extract<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e0981\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e0981\" aria-label=\"3 tablespoons (43 g) sour cream or plain yogurt\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e0981\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"3\" data-unit=\"tablespoon\">3 tablespoons<\/span> (<span data-amount=\"43\" data-unit=\"g\">43 g<\/span>) sour cream or plain yogurt<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e098f\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e098f\" aria-label=\"3 tablespoons (16 g) cocoa powder (triple cocoa blend if you have it)\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e098f\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"3\" data-unit=\"tablespoon\">3 tablespoons<\/span> (<span data-amount=\"16\" data-unit=\"g\">16 g<\/span>) cocoa powder (triple cocoa blend if you have it)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>For the topping<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e099a\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e099a\" aria-label=\"1\/2 cup (60 g) fresh raspberries\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e099a\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.5\" data-unit=\"cup\">1\/2 cup<\/span> (<span data-amount=\"60\" data-unit=\"g\">60 g<\/span>) fresh raspberries<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e09a8\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e09a8\" aria-label=\"1 to 1 1\/4 cups (113\u2013141 g) confectioners\u2019 sugar, sift if lumpy\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e09a8\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1\">1<\/span> to <span data-amount=\"1.25\">1 1\/4<\/span> cups (<span data-amount=\"113\">113<\/span>\u2013<span data-amount=\"141\">141<\/span> g) confectioners\u2019 sugar, sift if lumpy<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e09b4\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e09b4\" aria-label=\"1\/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (or vanilla bean paste)\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e09b4\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.5\" data-unit=\"teaspoon\">1\/2 teaspoon<\/span> vanilla extract (or vanilla bean paste)<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e09bf\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e09bf\" aria-label=\"1\/8 teaspoon salt\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e09bf\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.125\" data-unit=\"teaspoon\">1\/8 teaspoon<\/span> salt<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e09c6\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e09c6\" aria-label=\"Sprinkles, optional\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f5a5e09c6\"><\/label><\/span>Sprinkles, optional<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!--INSIDE_INGREDIENTS--><\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-instructions\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-instructions-header\">\n\t\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Instructions<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-instructions-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<ol>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-1\">Heat the oven to 325\u00b0F (163\u00b0C) and position a rack in the middle. Grease an 8-inch square pan or line it with a parchment sling so the bars lift out easily.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-2\">In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt until uniform. Set aside.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-3\">In the bowl of a stand mixer with the paddle attachment (or using a hand mixer), beat the butter on low speed until it becomes smooth, about 2 minutes. Add both sugars and mix on low until incorporated \u2014 the mixture should be even but not fluffy, roughly 2 minutes.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-4\">Scrape the bowl, add the egg, vanilla, and almond extract, and mix again until blended, about 1 minute. Stir in the sour cream and beat another 30 seconds so the dough becomes cohesive.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-5\">Add the dry flour mixture and mix just until it comes together. Don\u2019t overwork the dough.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-6\">Remove about half of the dough (around 390 g) and place it in a separate bowl \u2014 this will be your vanilla layer. Keep the rest in the mixer bowl and add the cocoa powder to create the chocolate portion. Mix until the cocoa is evenly distributed; finish by hand with a spatula if needed to eliminate dry streaks.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-7\">With slightly damp hands or a cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of the chocolate dough across the bottom of the prepared pan. Press and pat the dough down to form a smooth, even chocolate layer.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-8\">Using the same damp hands, place pieces of the reserved plain dough over the chocolate base and press it gently until the top is level. For the smoothest finish, use an offset spatula or the flat edge of a bench scraper.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-9\">Bake for 35\u201340 minutes, until the top just takes on a light golden color and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Transfer the pan to a wire rack and cool until you can handle it, then remove the slab and let it cool completely.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-10\">While the bars cool, make the raspberry glaze. Put the raspberries in a fine-mesh sieve set over a medium bowl. Press them through with a spoon or flexible spatula to extract the juice; discard or reserve the solids.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-11\">Stir 1 cup (113 g) of the confectioners\u2019 sugar into the raspberry juice until smooth. If the glaze is too thick, add a little more juice; if it\u2019s too thin, gradually whisk in up to the extra 1\/4 cup (27 g) confectioners\u2019 sugar until the mixture is thick but still pourable \u2014 about the consistency of honey. Whisk in the vanilla and salt.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-12\">Pour the glaze over the fully cooled bars, spreading it to the edges with an offset spatula. If any parts of the bars rose higher near the pan sides, spoon a little glaze over those spots first to level the coating. Add sprinkles right away, if using. Let the glaze set.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-13\">Once the topping is firm, cut the block into bars. A 6 \u00d7 4 grid yields 24 small pieces, but cut to the size you prefer.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-notes\">\n\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Notes<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-notes-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<ul>\n<li><strong>Storage<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Keep the glazed bars wrapped tightly at room temperature for up to 4 days.<\/li>\n<li>If you want to freeze them, do so unglazed for best results; wrap tightly and freeze for up to 6 months. Thaw completely before adding the raspberry glaze.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tips<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Measure flour by weight when possible for the best texture.<\/li>\n<li>Use damp hands when pressing dough into the pan to prevent sticking.<\/li>\n<li>Cool fully before glazing \u2014 otherwise the topping will run.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-nutrition\">\n\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Nutrition<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<ul>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Serving Size:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-serving-size\">1 bar<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Calories:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-calories\">160<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Sugar:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-sugar\">15g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Sodium:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-sodium\">110mg<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Fat:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-fat\">6g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Saturated Fat:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-saturated-fat\">4g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Trans Fat:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-trans-fat\">15g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Carbohydrates:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-carbohydrates\">24g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Fiber:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-fiber\">9g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Protein:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-protein\">2g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\n\t<footer class=\"tasty-recipes-entry-footer\">\n\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-footer-content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"svg-instagram\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"footer-icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-instagram\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-footer-copy\">\n\t\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"footer-heading-color.color h3-transform.text-transform footer-heading.innerText\">Did you make this recipe?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"footer-description-color.color footer-description.innerHTML\"><p>Share a photo and tag us \u2014 we can&#8217;t wait to see what you&#8217;ve made!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/footer>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you love bright, layered desserts, these Sugar Cookie Bars turn the classic Neapolitan vibe into an easy, sliceable treat. 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