Description
Delight in these soft and chewy Snickerdoodle Bars, featuring a perfect cinnamon-sugar crust atop buttery, cinnamon-spiced batter. Easy to make in just one pan, these bars combine all the classic flavors of snickerdoodle cookies in a convenient, sliceable form ideal for sharing or snacking.
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 the melted butter and 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar until smooth and well blended. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract thoroughly.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
- Prepare Cinnamon Sugar Topping: Mix the remaining 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar with 1 teaspoon of cinnamon. Sprinkle this cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the top of the batter for a flavorful crust.
- Bake: Bake the bars in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes. The edges should be lightly golden, and a toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Avoid overbaking to preserve the soft, chewy texture.
- Cool and Serve: Let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan, then cut into squares or rectangles for serving.
Notes
- Broil for a Crunchy Top: For an extra crispy cinnamon-sugar crust, briefly broil the bars for 1-2 minutes after baking, watching closely to prevent burning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Snickerdoodle, Bars, Cinnamon Sugar, Dessert, Baked Treat, Easy Recipe
