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Cinnamon Roll Recipe

4.8 from 86 reviews

Delight in the rich, gooey goodness of Cinnamon Roll Blondies, combining buttery blondie batter with a swirled cinnamon sugar mixture. This easy-to-make dessert mimics the flavors of classic cinnamon rolls in a convenient bar format, perfect for breakfast, snack, or dessert.

Ingredients

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Blondie Base

  • 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1 cup (220g) light brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend)
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Cinnamon Swirl

  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • ½ cup (100g) light brown sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat & Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. Mix the Base: In a large bowl, combine the melted butter, granulated sugar, and packed light brown sugar. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Beat in eggs one at a time, making sure each is fully incorporated. Add the vanilla extract and mix thoroughly.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: Gradually fold in the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until the batter is just blended with no streaks of flour remaining.
  4. Make the Cinnamon Swirl: In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, ground cinnamon, and light brown sugar together until evenly combined to create the cinnamon sugar swirl mixture.
  5. Layer & Swirl: Spread half of the blondie batter evenly into the prepared baking dish. Drop half of the cinnamon swirl mixture in spoonfuls over the batter and gently swirl it through using a knife or skewer. Repeat this layering with the remaining batter and cinnamon mixture to create a beautiful marbled effect.
  6. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out with a few moist crumbs but not wet batter.
  7. Cool & Serve: Allow the blondies to cool in the pan for 10 minutes to set slightly. Serve warm for a soft, gooey texture or cool completely for a firmer, sliceable texture. Enjoy as a delightful snack or dessert!

Notes

  • Using parchment paper makes it easier to lift the blondies out of the pan for slicing.
  • Substitute gluten-free flour blend to make the recipe gluten free.
  • For a stronger cinnamon flavor, increase ground cinnamon in the swirl by 1 tablespoon.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the fridge for up to a week.
  • Serve with a drizzle of cream cheese glaze for added indulgence.

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