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Snickerdoodle Bars Recipe

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Snickerdoodle Bars are a delightful twist on the classic cookie, featuring a soft and chewy texture with a delicious cinnamon-sugar topping. These bars are easy to prepare, baked in one pan, and perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying as a cozy homemade treat.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar, plus 2 tablespoons for topping
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing the paper to overhang the sides for easy removal later.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon until well combined.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the melted butter and 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract to the mixture.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined. Avoid overmixing for a tender texture. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  5. Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: Mix together the remaining 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the batter in the pan.
  6. Bake: Bake the bars in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges turn lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Be careful not to overbake to maintain a soft, chewy consistency.
  7. Cool and Serve: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Using the parchment paper overhang, lift the bars out of the pan. Slice into squares or rectangles and serve.

Notes

  • Make sure not to overbake to keep the bars soft and chewy.
  • Using parchment paper with an overhang makes it easier to lift the bars out without breaking.
  • You can store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • For a richer flavor, use browned butter instead of melted butter.
  • Adjust cinnamon topping to taste if you prefer more or less cinnamon flavor.

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