cinnamon blondies

In the time it’s taken me to edit photos and compose this post, I’ve already baked these cinnamon blondies a second time. They are that dangerous balance of simple and delicious. The finished product is decadent in a molasses-y way with sprinkled raw sugar offering a textured aspect. I made the mistake of telling E just how basic the recipe actually is; now they’re his top request. See full details below.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 2 cups packed light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup butter
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Topping

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon butter (melted)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 9×9 baking pan with foil. Grease the foil with baking spray or butter. Set aside.
2. In medium bowl mix together the flour, cinnamon, baking powder and baking soda. Set aside.
3. Add the brown sugar and butter to a medium sized saucepan. Cook over medium low to medium heat for about 5 minutes or until melted and smooth. Remove from heat and cool for approximately 10 minutes.
4. Add the eggs and vanilla. Stir to combine.
5. Stir in the flour mixture. Spread the batter in the prepared baking pan.
6. Bake at 350 degrees F for 40 mins. Remove from the oven and cool in the pan for 5 minutes.
7. Mix together the sugar and cinnamon for the topping in a small bowl. Brush the top of the bars with the melted butter and sprinkle with the cinnamon sugar mixture.
8. Lift the bars out by holding the foil and set to continue cooling on a wire rack.

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