Description
Irresistible cinnamon sugar blondies meld classic American bakery charm with sweet, buttery comfort. Warm spices and rich brown sugar create a delectable dessert perfect for sharing with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (226 g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup (220 g) brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla extract
- 2 cups (240 g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp (2.5 g) baking powder
- 1/4 tsp (1.5 g) salt
- 1 tbsp (7 g) ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp (25 g) granulated sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare an 8×8-inch baking pan by lining it with parchment paper, ensuring complete coverage for easy removal.
- Create a smooth mixture by whisking melted butter with brown and granulated sugars until fully integrated and glossy.
- Incorporate eggs and vanilla extract into the sugar mixture, stirring until the texture becomes uniform and slightly frothy.
- In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, salt, and a portion of cinnamon to eliminate any potential lumps.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring carefully to maintain a light, consistent batter without overmixing.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared pan, using a spatula to spread it evenly and create a smooth surface.
- Combine remaining cinnamon with granulated sugar in a small dish, then generously dust the mixture across the entire batter surface.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, watching for a golden-brown top and checking doneness with a toothpick that should emerge clean when inserted into the center.
- Remove from oven and allow blondies to cool completely in the pan, which helps them set and makes cutting easier.
- Once cooled, lift the parchment paper to remove the blondies and slice into neat squares for serving.
Notes
- Swap out all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour blend for those with wheat sensitivities, ensuring the same tender texture.
- Use coconut sugar or monk fruit sweetener as alternative lower-glycemic options that maintain the rich caramel-like flavor profile.
- Enhance moisture by adding a tablespoon of Greek yogurt or sour cream to prevent potential dryness, creating an ultra-soft blondie texture.
- Try mix-ins like chopped nuts, white chocolate chips, or dried cranberries to customize the blondies and add exciting flavor variations.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 282 kcal
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 130 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 44 mg