Here’s a delicious and simple recipe for Chewy Snickerdoodle Cookie Bars. These bars are soft, chewy, and bursting with cinnamon-sugar goodness, perfect for any occasion!
Chewy Snickerdoodle Cookie Bars
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the cinnamon-sugar topping:
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
Instructions:
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Preheat the oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
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Mix the dry ingredients:
- In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
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Cream the butter and sugar:
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar using a hand mixer or stand mixer. Beat until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
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Add the egg and vanilla:
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
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Combine with dry ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined. The dough will be thick.
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Prepare the cinnamon-sugar topping:
- In a small bowl, combine the 2 tbsp of granulated sugar and 1 tbsp of cinnamon.
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Spread the dough:
- Spread the dough evenly in the prepared baking dish, pressing it down to fill the bottom of the dish.
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Top with cinnamon-sugar:
- Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the top of the dough.
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Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few crumbs. The edges should be golden brown.
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Cool and cut:
- Let the bars cool in the baking dish for 10-15 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, cut into squares and serve.
Tips:
- For extra chewiness: Make sure not to overbake the bars. They’ll continue to firm up as they cool.
- Add-ins: You can add white chocolate chips, or chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts for extra texture.
- Storage: Store these bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
These Chewy Snickerdoodle Cookie Bars are the perfect treat for snacking or sharing with friends and family! Enjoy! 🍪✨
