Are Peeps high in sugar?

Yes, Peeps are very high in sugar, and their sweetness becomes stronger when they melt.

What is the secret to a good sugar cookie?

Chill the dough and bake just until the edges set so the center stays soft and tender.

Most Peeps use gelatin that usually comes from pork.

Many bakers choose classic refrigerated sugar cookie dough because it bakes evenly and stays soft.

Soft, colorful, and festive Peeps Sugar Cookie Bars made with simple sugar cookie dough and melty Peeps for the perfect Easter dessert.

Scale

16.5 oz tube refrigerated sugar cookie dough

About 8 Peeps in various colors

Non-stick cooking spray

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1. Preheat oven to 350°F

2. Grease an 8×8 inch baking dish with non-stick spray

3. Press half the cookie dough evenly into the dish

4. Place Peeps evenly over the dough

5. Break remaining dough into pieces and scatter over Peeps

6. Bake for 8 minutes

7. Remove from oven and lightly swirl softened Peeps with a sprayed spatula

8. Return to oven and bake for 12 minutes or until golden

9. Cool completely at room temperature

10. Refrigerate for one hour to firm

11. Slice using a butter knife sprayed with non-stick spray

Chilling before slicing helps the bars stay intact

Spraying the knife prevents sticking

Store leftovers in the refrigerator