Cinnamon Sugar Blondies
These Cinnamon Sugar Blondies are sweet, gooey bars featuring a perfect balance of chewy sweetness and a sprinkle of cinnamon, making them a comforting delight for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Blondie Batter
- 1 cup unsalted butter Room temperature is best! This enhances creaminess.
- 1.5 cups brown sugar Use light or dark according to preference for a more caramel-like flavor.
- 2 large eggs Always use room temperature for the best mixing.
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Quality matters here; opt for pure vanilla over imitation for richer flavor.
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Sifted for fluffier blondies!
- 1 teaspoon baking powder Leavening power for that lovely lift.
- 0.5 teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness.
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon Makes these blondies sing!
For Topping
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar for topping—adds that sweet crunch!
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy removal later.
- Melt the butter in a large bowl—either on the stovetop or in the microwave until just melted. Don’t let it boil.
- Stir in the brown sugar using a wooden spoon until the mixture is well combined and looks glossy.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle the granulated sugar evenly over the top of the batter.
Baking
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean but moist.
- Allow to cool in the baking dish on a wire rack before cutting into squares.
Notes
These blondies stay soft and fresh in an airtight container for up to three days. You can also prepare the batter a day in advance and bake the next day for freshness.