1. Why are my blondies dry and crumbly?

The most common culprit is overmixing the flour or overbaking. Overmixing develops the gluten too much, leading to a tough texture. Overbaking removes too much moisture. Remember the toothpick test: aim for moist crumbs, not a clean stick.

2. Can I use butter that is just softened, not melted?

While you can use softened butter, melted butter is strongly recommended for this Cinnamon Sugar Blondies recipe. Melting the butter creates a denser, chewier texture, while softened, creamed butter incorporates air, resulting in a lighter, cake-like structure.

3. How do I get a crackly top on my blondies?

The secret to a crackly top (sometimes called a fudge-like top) is related to the initial mixing of melted butter and sugar and the temperature of the eggs. Whisking the melted butter and brown sugar until just combined and using room-temperature eggs helps create a slight meringue-like layer on the surface that sets into a crackle during baking.

4. Can I double this recipe?

Yes, you can double the recipe. You will need to bake it in a 9x13-inch pan. The baking time will be longer, likely 35–45 minutes, so start checking for the moist crumb stage around 35 minutes.

Chewy Cinnamon Sugar Blondies: The Best Tested Homemade Recipe

Name: The Best Chewy Cinnamon Sugar Blondies: A Tested Homemade Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 32 min
Total time: 2 h 47 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted; 1 ½ cups packed light brown sugar; 2 large eggs, room temperature; 1 large egg yolk, room temperature; 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract; 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; ½ teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for topping); 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (for topping)

The Best Chewy Cinnamon Sugar Blondies: A Tested Homemade Recipe

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This is a tested, reliable recipe for chewy Cinnamon Sugar Blondies featuring a rich brown sugar base and a delightful swirled cinnamon-sugar topping, perfect for any occasion.

Author: Emily Parker
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 32 mins
Total Time: 2 hours 47 mins (includes cooling)
Yield: 16 servings 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted

1 ½ cups packed light brown sugar

2 large eggs, room temperature

1 large egg yolk, room temperature

2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

½ teaspoon salt

2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for topping)

2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (for topping)

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Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing an overhang for easy removal.

2. In a large bowl, whisk the melted butter and brown sugar vigorously for about 30 seconds until fully combined. Whisk in the eggs and the extra egg yolk one at a time until just combined, followed by the vanilla extract.

3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula until only a few streaks of flour remain. Do not overmix.

4. In a small bowl, combine the 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar and 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon. Spread half of the blondie batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the batter. Gently dollop the remaining batter over the cinnamon sugar layer and spread it carefully. Sprinkle the remaining cinnamon sugar on top, then gently swirl the top layer with a toothpick.

5. Bake for 28–32 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center looks slightly under-baked. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out with moist crumbs attached. Let the blondies cool completely in the pan (2+ hours) before lifting and cutting into squares.

Notes

Use melted butter for the chewiest texture.

Do not overbake—the center should look slightly soft when removed.

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 280
Sugar: 25g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 75mg

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