Sweet cinnamon treat (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Blondies
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10 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
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1 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
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1/3 cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs, room temperature
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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2 teaspoons cornstarch
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1/4 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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6 oz cream cheese chips or white chocolate chips
→ For the Cinnamon Sugar Topping
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3 tablespoons firmly packed light brown sugar
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1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
→ For the Cream Cheese Frosting
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1/2 cup powdered sugar
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1 tablespoon soft spreadable full-fat cream cheese
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
# Instructions:
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Heat your oven to 325°F (165°C/145°C Fan). Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal later.
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In a large bowl, whisk the melted butter with both sugars until smooth and well combined. Add eggs and vanilla, mixing until the batter looks glossy.
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Sift in the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Fold everything together with a spatula until just combined - don't overmix!
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Gently fold in the cream cheese chips (or white chocolate chips if using) until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
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Mix the brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Pour batter into the prepared pan, then sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture generously over the top.
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Take a knife and lightly swirl the cinnamon sugar into the batter. This spreads that wonderful cinnamon flavor throughout the blondies.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 40-50 minutes. You'll know they're done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean with just a few moist crumbs.
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Let the blondies cool completely in the pan for about 2 hours. This waiting time is crucial for them to set properly and achieve that perfect chewy texture.
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Mix powdered sugar, cream cheese, and vanilla in a small bowl until smooth. The consistency should be thick but pourable - like honey.
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Drizzle or pipe the cream cheese glaze over the cooled blondies. Cut into 16 squares and enjoy your cinnamon roll inspired treats!
# Notes:
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These blondies taste like cinnamon rolls but are much easier to make - no yeast or rising time needed!
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The blondies will keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or can be frozen for longer storage.
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For an extra special touch, warm individual blondies in the microwave for 10-15 seconds before serving.