Santa’s No-Bake Sugar Cookie Bars
Description
Santa’s No-Bake Sugar Cookie Bars are rich, soft, and buttery dessert bars with classic sugar-cookie flavor—no oven required. Made with graham cracker crumbs and sweetened condensed milk, they come together in minutes and set beautifully in the fridge. Perfect for holiday trays, parties, or a fun kid-friendly dessert.
Ingredients
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2 cups graham cracker crumbs
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1 cup sweetened condensed milk
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½ cup unsalted butter, melted
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½ cup chopped pecans (optional)
➡️ Optional toppings: festive sprinkles, white chocolate drizzle, or powdered sugar
Instructions
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Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.
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In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until evenly combined.
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Stir in sweetened condensed milk until thick and smooth.
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Fold in chopped pecans if using.
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Press mixture firmly into the prepared pan.
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Chill in the refrigerator for 2–3 hours (or until firm).
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Slice into bars and serve.
Servings
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Makes 12 bars
Nutritional Information (Approx. per bar)
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Calories: 210–230 kcal
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Carbohydrates: 25 g
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Sugar: 16 g
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Fat: 12 g
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Protein: 3 g
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Fiber: 1 g
(Values vary based on toppings and nut use.)
Benefits
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No baking required – perfect for beginners
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Quick & festive – great for holiday prep
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Kid-friendly recipe
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Customizable – easy to adapt with toppings or mix-ins
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Long shelf life – keeps well refrigerated
Notes & Tips
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Press the mixture very firmly so bars hold together.
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For cleaner cuts, use a warm knife.
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Refrigerate leftovers up to 5 days in an airtight container.
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Want firmer bars? Freeze for 30 minutes before slicing.
Q & A
Q: Can I make this nut-free?
A: Yes! Simply leave out the pecans.
Q: Can I use flavored graham crackers?
A: Absolutely—cinnamon or honey graham crackers work great.
Q: Do these need to stay refrigerated?
A: Yes, to keep them firm and fresh.
Q: Can I add decorations?
A: Definitely—sprinkles, coconut, or chocolate drizzle are popular choices.