Description
Soft and chewy blondies with a crackly cinnamon-sugar top that are perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 6 tbsp (85 g) unsalted butter
- 1 cup (200 g) packed light brown sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup (95 g) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp fine sea salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- For topping: 2 tbsp granulated sugar + 1 tsp ground cinnamon (mixed), optional coarse sugar for sprinkling
Instructions
- Melt the butter and stir in light brown sugar until smooth.
- Whisk in the egg and vanilla until well combined.
- Fold in flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon until just combined.
- Pour the batter into a parchment-lined 8×8-inch pan.
- Evenly sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture on top.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 22–26 minutes until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
- Cool before cutting into bars and serving.
Notes
For best results, check the brownies a minute or two before the suggested baking time. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 26 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American