Description
These Snickerdoodle Bars capture the classic cinnamon-sugar flavor of traditional snickerdoodle cookies into a moist, soft bar form. With a tender crumb, a cinnamon-sugar topping, and a quick prep time, these bars are perfect for dessert or a sweet snack.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar, plus 2 tablespoons for topping
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, letting the paper overhang the sides for easy removal later.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon until evenly combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the melted butter and 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract for a fragrant flavor.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined to avoid overmixing. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
- Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: Mix together the remaining 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the batter for a classic snickerdoodle finish.
- Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs attached. Avoid overbaking to maintain the soft, chewy texture of the bars.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan, then slice into squares or rectangles and serve.
Notes
- Ensure not to overbake to maintain the soft, chewy texture of the bars.
- The parchment paper overhang makes it easier to remove the bars from the pan after baking.
- These bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of nutmeg to the dry ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Snickerdoodle Bars, cinnamon sugar bars, soft dessert bars, easy dessert recipes, chewy snickerdoodle, cinnamon bars
