Cinnamon Sugar Blondies

If you’re a fan of snickerdoodles and love the dense, chewy texture of blondies, this Cinnamon Sugar Blondies recipe is for you! These bars are buttery, cinnamon-spiced, and topped with a crackly cinnamon sugar crust that makes every bite irresistible. Perfect for snacks, dessert trays, lunchboxes, or potlucks—and ready in just 30 minutes!

🛒 Ingredients for Cinnamon Sugar Blondies

🍯 Blondie Batter

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
• 1 ½ cups brown sugar, packed
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt

🌟 Cinnamon Sugar Topping

• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

🧁 Optional Add-ins

• ½ cup white chocolate chips
• ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts
• A swirl of cream cheese or caramel

🍽️ Substitutions for Cinnamon Sugar Blondies

• Gluten-free? Use a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour.
• Dairy-free? Use plant-based butter.
• Low sugar? Use coconut sugar or a brown sugar substitute.

👩‍🍳 How to Make Cinnamon Sugar Blondies

1️⃣ Preheat & Prep

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper or grease well.

2️⃣ Mix the Batter

1. In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter and brown sugar until smooth.
2. Add eggs and vanilla, and mix until fully combined.
3. Stir in flour, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt just until no streaks remain.
4. Fold in any optional mix-ins like nuts or white chocolate.

3️⃣ Spread & Top

1. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
2. In a small bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon topping.
3. Sprinkle evenly over the batter.

4️⃣ Bake & Cool

1. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the center is set and a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
2. Let cool completely in the pan before slicing into bars.

5️⃣ Serve & Enjoy!

Cut into 16–20 bars, and serve at room temperature. Perfect with coffee, milk, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream!

✅ Recipe Tips for the Best Cinnamon Sugar Blondies

• Don’t overbake—they should be soft and chewy in the center.
• Use room temperature eggs to help the batter mix evenly.
• For cleaner cuts, chill before slicing.
• Add extra cinnamon sugar topping for an extra crunch!

🥶 Storage Instructions

• Room Temp: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
• Refrigerate: Store for up to 1 week—great chilled too!
• Freeze: Freeze blondies for up to 2 months in a sealed container. Thaw at room temp.

🔄 Recipe Variations

• Churro Blondies: Add a cream cheese swirl before baking.
• Pumpkin Spice Blondies: Replace ½ cup of butter with pumpkin puree and use pumpkin spice.
• Mocha Blondies: Add 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder to the batter.
• Glazed Blondies: Drizzle with a simple powdered sugar glaze once cool.

❓ FAQs About Cinnamon Sugar Blondies

Are blondies supposed to be gooey in the center?

Yes! They should be dense and chewy, not dry or cakey. Slight gooeyness means perfection.

Can I use white sugar instead of brown sugar?

You can, but brown sugar adds moisture and flavor that’s key to these blondies.

What’s the difference between blondies and brownies?

Blondies are vanilla- and brown sugar–based, while brownies use cocoa or chocolate.