Description

These Easy Cinnamon Sugar Blondies are the perfect blend of chewy, buttery bliss and warm cinnamon spice, making them an irresistible dessert bar. They’re a snickerdoodle lover’s dream, baked into soft, thick squares with a crackly cinnamon-sugar crust. Whether you’re baking for a party or just need a quick sweet fix, these blondies come together fast with pantry staples—no mixer required. Perfect for easy dessert ideas, sweet snack cravings, or cozy holiday food ideas, this easy recipe fits right into your collection of quick baking recipes, breakfast ideas, and dessert bars.

Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter, melted

1 cup granulated sugar

1 cup light brown sugar, packed

2 large eggs

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon salt

2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for topping)

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for topping)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper; lightly grease.

2. In a bowl, combine melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.

3. Add eggs and vanilla extract; mix until combined.

4. Stir in flour, ground cinnamon, and salt until just combined.

5. Spread batter evenly in the prepared pan.

6. Mix 2 tablespoons sugar with 1 teaspoon cinnamon and sprinkle over batter.

7. Bake for 25–28 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out with a few moist crumbs.

8. Let cool completely before slicing into squares.

Notes

Use high-quality cinnamon like Saigon or Ceylon for deeper flavor.

Do not overbake—remove from oven when center is just set to keep them soft and chewy.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 blondie
Calories: 245
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 90mg
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 0.5g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 47mg

Keywords: cinnamon sugar blondies, easy dessert bar, snickerdoodle bars, sweet snack, holiday treats