Description
This cozy and sweet honey cinnamon dessert is a delightful baked treat combining the warm flavors of honey and cinnamon with a moist, buttery texture. Perfect for a comforting snack or a simple dessert, it features a tender crumb topped with a cinnamon-sugar sprinkle for added sweetness and crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
Fresh Ingredients:
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pantry Staples:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, divided
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat and prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Make the batter: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter and light brown sugar until smooth. Then add the egg, honey, and vanilla extract, whisking until fully combined.
- Add dry ingredients: Gradually stir in the all-purpose flour, salt, and ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon. Mix until just combined; avoid overmixing to keep the dessert tender.
- Spread and top: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and remaining ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, then sprinkle this mixture evenly over the batter to create a sweet cinnamon crust.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 22 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Once baked, allow the dessert to cool completely before cutting into squares to maintain neat edges.
Notes
- Storage: Keep the dessert in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Variations: Enhance the flavor by adding chopped nuts, swirling in cream cheese, or adding a pinch of cardamom to the batter.
- Gluten-free: Substitute the all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free version.
- Cutting tip: Ensure the dessert is fully cooled before slicing to get clean, neat squares.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: honey cinnamon dessert, baked dessert, sweet treat, cinnamon sugar, easy dessert, American dessert
