These chewy Cinnamon Sugar Blondies are the perfect quick dessert—ready in under 30 minutes and topped with a sweet, crackly cinnamon-sugar crust. They’re a huge hit in our house and couldn’t be easier to whip up for a last-minute treat or special occasion.
A Sweet Twist on Classic Brownies
We bake a lot of brownies around here, but sometimes you just need a little switch-up. That’s where blondies come in—same rich, fudgy texture, just without the chocolate. And these cinnamon sugar blondies? They might be the best blondies I’ve ever made. Soft, chewy, buttery, and topped with a cinnamon sugar sprinkle that adds just the right amount of crunch and spice.
Think of them as the cozy cousin of a snickerdoodle and a brownie—simple, satisfying, and oh-so-good.
Why You’ll Love These Blondies
- One Bowl, Minimal Mess: No stand mixer or fancy equipment needed—just a bowl, spoon, and a little elbow grease.
- Only 6 Basic Ingredients: You probably already have everything in your pantry.
- Super Chewy Texture: Soft and buttery with a golden edge and a gooey center.
- Crackly Cinnamon Sugar Topping: That irresistible cinnamon crunch takes them over the top.
- Quick and Easy: From start to finish, you’re looking at less than 30 minutes.
If you’re a fan of bar desserts, be sure to try our Brookies, Millionaire Shortbread, and Peanut Butter & Jelly Bars next!
Cinnamon Sugar Blondies Recipe
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 22 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes
Yield: 16 bars
Ingredients
- ½ cup (1 stick) butter, melted
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt
- 5 tsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, stir together the melted butter and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add in the egg and vanilla, stirring to combine.
- Stir in the flour and salt until no streaks remain.
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- In a small bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle evenly over the top of the batter.
- Bake for 22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out mostly clean.
- Cool completely before cutting into squares.
Tips for the Best Blondies
- Don’t overbake! You want the center to stay soft and fudgy.
- Let them cool before slicing to help them set up properly.
- Double the recipe for a 9×13 pan if you’re serving a crowd.
Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: 141
- Carbs: 20g
- Fat: 6g
- Protein: 1g
- Sugar: 14g