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Cinnamon Sugar Blondies – Afternoon Dessert Ideas & Easy Fall Sweet Treats

A stack of chewy cinnamon sugar blondies with a golden crust, perfect for Afternoon Dessert Ideas, Quick Fall Treats, or Desserts To Give To Neighbors.
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Ingredients

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From the fridge:

  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

From the pantry:

    • 1 cup all-purpose flour
    • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, divided
    • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Get the oven ready – Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment for easier removal.
  2. Mix the wet base – In a medium bowl, whisk together melted butter and brown sugar until smooth. Beat in the egg, honey, and vanilla until fully blended.
  3. Add the dry ingredients – Stir in the flour, salt, and ½ teaspoon cinnamon. Mix gently until just combined (don’t overdo it—less stirring means chewier blondies).
  4. Assemble the pan – Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan. In a small dish, combine granulated sugar with the remaining ½ teaspoon cinnamon, then sprinkle evenly across the top.
  5. Bake – Place in the oven for 22–25 minutes, or until the edges are golden and a toothpick in the center comes out mostly clean.
  6. Cool & serve – Allow to cool fully in the pan before slicing into squares.

Notes

Notes & Tips

  • Storage: Store blondies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days, or freeze individually wrapped bars for up to 3 months.

  • Flavor upgrades: Add chopped nuts, swirl cream cheese through the batter, or toss in a dash of cardamom for extra spice.

  • Gluten-free swap: Use a cup-for-cup gluten-free flour blend to keep it celiac-friendly.

  • Cutting tip: Patience pays off—wait until the blondies are completely cool before cutting for clean, sharp edges.

These cinnamon sugar blondies are a no-fuss bake with maximum payoff—sweet, spiced, and oh-so-shareable. :::

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