Description
Delight in the cozy flavors of Cinnamon Sugar Blondies, a decadent treat combining the buttery richness of classic blondies with the sweet, spicy warmth of cinnamon. These blondies are perfectly moist and tender, swirled with cinnamon sugar and topped with a luscious cinnamon glaze that captures the essence of cinnamon rolls in an easy-to-make bar dessert.
Ingredients
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Blondie Batter
- 2 ½ cups all purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup butter, room temperature (2 sticks)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Cinnamon Sugar Swirl
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 ½ tablespoons cinnamon
Cinnamon Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the oven and pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the blondies once baked.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside for later use.
- Cream butter and sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the room temperature butter and packed brown sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy. This usually takes about 3 to 4 minutes with an electric mixer.
- Add eggs and vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the blondies tender.
- Prepare cinnamon sugar swirl: In a small bowl, mix together the 2 tablespoons sugar and 1 ½ tablespoons cinnamon evenly.
- Layer batter and cinnamon sugar: Pour half of the blondie batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture over the batter. Pour the remaining blondie batter on top and smooth it out. Finally, sprinkle the remaining cinnamon sugar on top for a beautiful swirl effect.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter.
- Prepare the glaze: While the blondies bake, mix the powdered sugar, milk, and ½ teaspoon cinnamon in a small bowl until smooth and pourable.
- Cool and glaze: Once the blondies are done baking, allow them to cool in the pan for about 10 to 15 minutes. Then drizzle the cinnamon glaze evenly over the top. Let the glaze set before cutting the blondies into 24 squares and serving.
Notes
- Cinnamon Sugar Blondies bring all the beloved cinnamon roll flavors into a simple blondie form, creating a rich and flavorful dessert.
- The cinnamon glaze adds an extra touch of sweetness and spice, making these blondies irresistible.
- For best results, use packed brown sugar for moisture and depth of flavor.
- Make sure not to overbake to keep the blondies soft and chewy.
- These blondies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 218 kcal
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 212 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 36 mg
