Cinnamon Sugar Blondies with Honey and a Cinnamon Crust Recipe
These honey cinnamon blondies are chewy and fragrant, topped with a cinnamon-sugar crust. This cozy dessert is perfect for fall or anytime you crave a comforting and easy-to-bake treat that combines the sweetness of honey with warm cinnamon flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22-25 minutes
- Total Time: 32-35 minutes
- Yield: 16 blondies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Fresh Ingredients:
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pantry Staples:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, divided
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat and prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare an 8×8-inch baking pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the blondies later.
- Make the batter: In a mixing bowl, whisk the melted butter together with the packed light brown sugar until smooth and combined. Add in the egg, honey, and vanilla extract, then whisk again until the mixture is fully incorporated and smooth.
- Add dry ingredients: Stir in the all-purpose flour, salt, and half of the ground cinnamon (½ teaspoon). Mix gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix to keep the blondies tender.
- Spread and top: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar with the remaining ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon, then sprinkle this cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the top of the batter for a sweet and crunchy crust.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 22 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Once baked, let the blondies cool completely in the pan before cutting into 16 squares to ensure neat slices.
Notes
- Storage: Store the blondies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days, or freeze them for up to 3 months for longer storage.
- Variations: Customize your blondies by adding chopped nuts, a cream cheese swirl, or a pinch of cardamom for added flavor complexity.
- Gluten-free option: Substitute all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend to make this recipe gluten-free.
- Cutting tip: Allow the blondies to cool fully before slicing to achieve clean, neat squares without crumbling.
