"These bars are some of my favorite things- lemon, sugar cookies, and poppy seeds - all rolled into one. Chewy and dense, they are the perfect dessert! They make a lot, so they are awesome for potlucks or parties...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
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2 cups sugar
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4 large eggs
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2½ teaspoons lemon extract
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4 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon baking soda
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4 teaspoons poppy seeds
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½ cup butter, softened
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¼ cup milk
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1½ teaspoons lemon extract
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4 cups powdered sugar
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a couple drops of yellow food coloring (optional)