Snickerdoodle Blondies
Snickerdoodle Blondies combine the classic cinnamon sugar flavor of snickerdoodle cookies with the rich, buttery texture of blondies. These soft and chewy bars are easy to make with simple pantry ingredients and perfect for any occasion, from dessert to snack or breakfast. Customizable with mix-ins and adaptable for dietary needs, they offer a comforting, delicious treat with a warm cinnamon sugar crust.
- Author: Lilly
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 40-45 minutes
- Yield: 16 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Can be made gluten-free or vegan with substitutions
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping
- 2 tablespoons cinnamon sugar mix (typically 1 tablespoon cinnamon + 1 tablespoon granulated sugar)
- Prep Your Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease it thoroughly. Measure out all ingredients so the process flows smoothly.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon to ensure even distribution of the dry components and the warm cinnamon flavor.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a larger bowl, beat the softened butter with the brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This step is key to creating moist, tender blondies with a beautiful crumb.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Mix in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, blending until smooth and silky—forming the batter’s base.
- Combine and Incorporate: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the blondies soft and chewy.
- Add Cinnamon Sugar Topping: Spread the batter evenly in your prepared pan and sprinkle a generous layer of cinnamon sugar over the top, creating that classic snickerdoodle crust.
- Bake and Cool: Bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted comes out with a few moist crumbs. Allow to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- Use room temperature butter for better blending with sugars and a creamy batter.
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid tough blondies; mix just until combined.
- Watch your bake time; removing the blondies slightly underbaked ensures extra softness once cooled.
- Don’t skimp on the cinnamon sugar topping—it provides the hallmark flavor and texture contrast.
- Let the blondies rest before cutting to help firm up for clean slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (assuming 16 bars per batch)
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
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