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This BLONDIE RECIPE is perfectly chewy, ready in less than 30 minutes, and topped with crackly cinnamon and sugar! My family can’t get enough of these little treats and I love how simple they are to make for any occasion.

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We make lots of brownies in this house, but sometimes you just need a change!

But not a big change…a small change. A blonde brownie instead of a…well…brown brownie. 😉

These blondies are the best dang blondies I’ve ever eaten and they are beyond easy. One bowl, no mixer, ready in less than 30 minutes.

I love how exceptionally chewy they are, especially when you pair them with a crackly cinnamon sugar topping!

We love bar desserts. These peanut butter and jelly bars are another favorite!

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Why we love these blonde brownies:

One Bowl! Who doesn’t love an easy clean up?

No Mixer Needed! The butter is melted, so all you need is a spoon and some elbow grease.

Six Ingredients! Bet you have everything you need in your kitchen!

Chewy! There’s nothing like biting into a gooey, chewy blondie – especially one topped with a crackly cinnamon sugar topping.

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Common questions about this recipe:

Should my blondies be gooey in the middle?

Yes, that is one of the best parts! In order to achieve this, the blondies should cook until they are almost done, and then finish cooking while cooling. You can test this by sticking a toothpick in the blondies one to two inches from the edge of the pan. If the toothpick comes out mostly clean, pull them from the oven.

Are blondies basically vanilla brownies? Or are they just square-shaped cookies?

Yep. Both. Haha! There is no chocolate in them, which is why they aren’t brownies. They have that fudgy texture of a brownie, though. They have the flavor of a cookie going on at the same time!

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Cinnamon Sugar Blondies

Blondie recipe that is perfectly chewy, ready in less than 30 minutes, and topped with crackly cinnamon and sugar!

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup butter melted
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup flour
  • Pinch of salt
  • 5 teaspoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line an 8×8 baking dish with parchment.

  • Add the butter and brown sugar to a medium mixing bowl and stir to combine.

  • Stir in the egg and vanilla.

  • Stir in the flour and salt until well combined.

  • Spread into the prepared pan. Combine sugar and cinnamon and sprinkle over the batter.

  • Bake for 22 minutes or until a tester comes out mostly clean.

  • Cool before cutting.

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 141kcal (7%)| Carbohydrates: 20g (7%)| Protein: 1g (2%)| Fat: 6g (9%)| Saturated Fat: 3g (19%)| Cholesterol: 26mg (9%)| Sodium: 59mg (3%)| Potassium: 30mg (1%)| Sugar: 14g (16%)| Vitamin A: 195IU (4%)| Calcium: 17mg (2%)| Iron: 0.5mg (3%)

Author: Karly Campbell

Course:Dessert

Cuisine:American

Keyword:easy bar recipes, easy dessert recipes, party recipes

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This post was originally published in December 2015 and was updated in December 2020.

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  1. Liliya says

    Not sure what I did wrong because I followed all the instructions properly and my bloodies turned out dry. They taste okay but aren’t gooey whatsoever. I baked them for exactly 22 minutes

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    • Karly Campbell says

      Hi Liliya! That’s disappointing! It could be that your oven runs a bit hot, so they were done before the 22 minutes. Did you test them before the 22 minute mark to see if they were done? You also want to make sure you’re spooning flour into the measuring cup and leveling it off, not packing it in. Too much flour will make them dry as well.

      Reply

  2. Stephanie Newcomb says

    I haven’t eaten it yet – but it looks SO GOOD! I doubled the recipe and put it in the 9×13 Pyrex with parchment paper. I WILL SAY – in true scatterbrained fashion – i started with mixing the brown sugar and flour. *facepalm*. So then I mixed everything together EXCEPT for the eggs/vanilla/cinnamon. I scrambled those three together and then mixed with the others…spread it in the pan and baked it. Looks like the traditional blondie brownies!

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  3. Gina says

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    This recipe is delicious! I loved it. It was like eating a snickerdoodle cookie that wasn’t baked all the way. Amazing. I could have eaten the entire pan.

    Reply

    • Karly Campbell says

      So glad you loved these! <3

      Reply

  4. Sonya says

    This was way to buttery for me, I mean like a layer of butter that was at the bottom.
    Tasted good, just won’t waste that much butter to make again.

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  5. Marissa says

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    Really hard to tell when they are done and super sweet. Tastes like snickerdoodle cookie dough! Overall ok but not my favorite

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  6. Sabrina says

    The flavor is good but the texture is too soft and chewy to where you question if it’s done.

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  7. Jess says

    Can I use dark brown sugar not light brown sugar

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    • Karly Campbell says

      Sure!

      Reply

  8. Jamie De Rosa says

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    Great recipe and easy to make!

    Reply

  9. Paola says

    Hi! Is a 10×6 pan the same as a 8×8?

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    • Karly Campbell says

      I have no idea. A 9 inch round pan should be the same though.

      Reply

  10. Linda Hess says

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    Insanely good! I added a 1/2 cup of chocolate chips to the batter before spreading in the pan. My family inhaled them (including the “non-dessert” people)! Thank you for an amazing addition to my dessert repretoire.

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    • Karly says

      So glad you all enjoyed them!

      Reply

  11. Jess says

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    My husband and I love this recipe! Perfect for the holiday season. We made it twice so far and are bringing it to game night with the fam. Will be keeping this one as a quick, easy and delicious go-to. Thanks! And happy holidays!

    Reply

    • Karly says

      I’m so glad you enjoy these! Thanks for sharing!

      Reply

  12. Virginia Noll says

    Mine didn’t seem to raise as high as yours. Thought it might be missing soda or powder but rechecked the recipe

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    • Karly says

      Nope, there is no leavening agent in these. They’re not very thick, and are meant to be chewy and a bit dense – fudgy. Did you use the same size pan as us? If your pan is larger that would make them thinner.

      Reply

  13. DL says

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    Had these at our church potluck and loved them, I asked for the recipe to make them myself!

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    • Karly says

      I’m so glad you enjoyed them! 🙂

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FAQs

How do you know when blondies are cooked? ›

Bake for 30-35 mins for soft centred blondies (if you prefer a cakey texture, leave for another 5 mins). Check if the blondies are cooked by giving the tin a gentle shake, they should be mostly set but a little bit of a wobble in the centre is fine.

Why isn t my blondie cooking? ›

The Key to Perfectly Baked Blondies: A METAL Pan!

We want to make sure the blondies cook through completely but remain soft and gooey in the center. Avoid glass or ceramic pans as those materials take longer to heat up and cook. This often leads to the center being undercooked by the time the edges start to dry out.

What's the difference between a blondie and a brownie? ›

Blondies use vanilla extract and brown sugar instead of cocoa powder to get their flavor, while brownies use chocolate and cocoa. Plus, brownies usually include white sugar instead of brown sugar.

Why do my blondies sink in the middle? ›

Over mixing the eggs: If you over mix the eggs, that can incorporate more air into the batter and cause them to sink.

Are blondies supposed to be gooey in the middle? ›

This could be personal preference, but I say YES! A good blondie should be chewy, gooey in the middle and firm around the edges.

How do you know when brownies are cooked enough? ›

For cake-like brownies, take them out of the oven when they just begin to pull away from the sides of the pan, or when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. For fudgy brownies, bake within the time range stated in the recipe. For very moist brownies, take them out toward the minimum baking time.

How do you tell if a blondie is undercooked? ›

How to know when blondies are done. Remove the blondies from the oven when the edges look dry and set, but the center still looks slightly soft and underdone. If you have a toothpick, when you push it into the center, it should feel soft, but when you remove the toothpick, it should come out relatively clean.

Why is my brownie not cooking inside? ›

If the middle is raw but the edges are burning, your oven is too hot. For a standard recipe, cooked in an 8 inch square tin, we'd look to cook the brownies low-and-slow - around 30 minutes at 160C.

Why are my blondies dry? ›

EXPERT BAKING TIPS FOR BLONDIE BROWNIES:

This recipe shouldn't take longer than 26 minutes to bake so make sure you check on them at 23 minutes. If over-baked, the blondie portion will be dry and crumbly instead of soft and tender.

Why are they called slu*tty brownies? ›

Just one month after Amanda shared her dessert creation, she posted a recipe for a cookie-brownie hybrid similar to Amanda's and wrote, “They're called slu*tty Brownies because they're oh so easy, and more than a little bit filthy.” Her post ended with the introduction of “#slu*ttybrownie.” A mashup of already beloved ...

What did blondies used to be called? ›

At about mid-century, molasses brownies became known as blonde brownies. Soon after, the name shortened to blondies, giving the confection its own identity outside the brownie's shadow. The only question is whether they really do have more fun.

What is blondie flavor? ›

What Are Blondies? Instead of an intense chocolatey flavor, blondies have notes of caramel and butterscotch, thanks to brown butter, a key ingredient in many blondie recipes.

Why are my blondies bubbling? ›

The fat like butter, is way too high. Causing the brownie mixture to bubble while baking and also leaving the top of the brownie oily. The other reason being - The quality of butter and Chocolate used.

How long do blondies last? ›

Once cool, store blondies in an airtight container at room temperature. They will keep for about a week. To freeze, wrap the sliced blondies in plastic wrap, then transfer to an airtight container or freezer bag. Freeze for up to three months.

Is it okay for brownies to be gooey in the middle? ›

It's useful to know that the internal temperature of a regular cake should read 210°F for moist-but-not-fudgy fluffiness. So fudgy, gooey brownies will be done at around 165°F while cakey brownies will be done at around 210°F. The higher the temperature, the more cakey your brownies will be.

Is my brownie raw or gooey? ›

If the brownies still look wet or aren't pulling away, they aren't done. Even fudgy brownies will pull from the edges once they've finished baking. You'll see that the edges look dry while the middle still looks soft or slightly wet. Chewy and cakey brownies will have dry edges with firmer-looking centers.

What should a cooked brownie look like? ›

The first check is a visible check of the brownie tray. You will want to see cooked edges around the tray and a slight shrinking away from the side of the pan. Importantly you should see shiny cracks in the crispy top of the brownie.

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