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Delicious Snickerdoodle Bars topped with cinnamon-sugar, perfect for dessert.

Snickerdoodle Bars

Deliciously cozy and low-effort Snickerdoodle Bars that capture the classic flavors of snickerdoodle cookies in a soft, chewy form, perfect for sharing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 1 cup butter (softened) Use truly softened butter, not melted.
  • 1 cup sugar Keeps the bars sweet and tender.
  • 2 large eggs Bind all ingredients together.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds warmth to the bars.
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Provides the structure.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder Allows the bars to rise.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness.
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon Adds the classic snickerdoodle flavor.
Topping
  • 3 tablespoons sugar For the topping mix.
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon To sprinkle on top.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13 pan with parchment paper or grease it well.
  2. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs and vanilla and mix until smooth, scraping the bowl as needed.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and 2 teaspoons of cinnamon.
  5. Add the dry mix into the wet mix and stir until no dry flour remains; do not overmix.
  6. Spread the dough evenly into the lined pan.
  7. Mix the 3 tablespoons sugar with 1 teaspoon cinnamon for the topping and sprinkle it generously over the dough.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 to 25 minutes, until the edges are set and the center looks slightly soft.
  2. Cool the bars completely in the pan before slicing to prevent crumbling.

Notes

For the best texture, ensure the butter is softened correctly, do not overbake, and allow cooling before slicing. If you prefer, chill the pan for 20 minutes to achieve cleaner cuts.