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Gooey Cinnamon Roll Blondies Recipe

Gooey Cinnamon Roll Blondies Recipe


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  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 13 1x

Description

Homemade cinnamon roll blondies combine classic dessert flavors in one irresistible bar. Gooey swirls of cinnamon sugar and cream cheese frosting make these treats a perfect indulgence you’ll want to share with friends.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup (240 grams) light brown sugar, packed
  • ½ cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
  • 1 cup (2 sticks or 226 grams) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 4 oz (113 grams) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • ⅓ cup (75 grams) light brown sugar, packed (for cinnamon swirl)
  • 2 tsps ground cinnamon
  • 2 tbsps unsalted butter, melted (for cinnamon swirl)
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 23 tbsps milk (adjust for consistency)
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preparation: Line a 9×13-inch pan with parchment paper for effortless removal and easy cleanup.
  2. Wet Mixture: Blend melted butter with brown and granulated sugars until smooth, then whisk in eggs and vanilla extract until thoroughly incorporated.
  3. Dry Ingredients: Sift flour, baking powder, and salt, then gently fold into the wet mixture, avoiding overmixing to maintain a tender texture.
  4. Cinnamon Swirl: Create a fragrant cinnamon paste by combining brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and melted butter until uniformly mixed.
  5. Assembly: Pour blondie batter into prepared pan, spreading evenly, then strategically dot with cinnamon mixture and swirl using a knife to create a beautiful marbled pattern.
  6. Baking: Slide pan into a preheated 350°F oven, baking 25-30 minutes until edges turn golden and a toothpick inserted reveals slightly moist crumbs.
  7. Cooling: Allow blondies to cool completely in the pan, ensuring structural stability and easy cutting.
  8. Glaze Preparation: Whip cream cheese until silky, then integrate powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract to craft a luxurious drizzle.
  9. Finishing: Once cooled, generously cascade cream cheese glaze over the blondies, then slice into perfect squares and serve.

Notes

  • Prevent Overmixing: Gently fold dry ingredients into wet mixture to maintain a tender, soft blondie texture without developing tough gluten strands.
  • Swirl Strategically: Use a knife’s tip to create delicate, intricate cinnamon swirls, ensuring each bite has a balanced cinnamon-to-blondie ratio.
  • Check Doneness Carefully: Insert toothpick at an angle, looking for slightly moist crumbs to avoid overbaking and maintain a rich, gooey center.
  • Glaze Temperature Matters: Allow blondies to cool completely before adding cream cheese glaze, preventing melting and ensuring a clean, attractive drizzle.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Desserts, Snacks
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 13
  • Calories: 319
  • Sugar: 23 g
  • Sodium: 140 mg
  • Fat: 16 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 41 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Cholesterol: 57 mg