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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

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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.

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  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.

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    • 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!

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  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!

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    • 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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    • Kathy says

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      Loved them so much made a bigger. Batch turned out great

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FAQs

How do you know when blondies are done baking? ›

Visual cues: Blondies are done baking when the middle is slightly jiggly and shiny on top, but the edges look solidified. Be careful not to overbake or they will become dry and crumbly. Remember: residual heat will continue to cook the blondies.

What is the difference between a brownie and a blondie? ›

Both have chewy textures. However, blondies have a much lighter and softer taste than brownies. The ingredients used in brownies are where the two recipes diverge the most. Blondies use vanilla extract and brown sugar instead of cocoa powder to get their flavor, while brownies use chocolate and cocoa.

Why are my blondies cakey? ›

If they turn out cakey, they are over baked - that's all! Bake for a little less time next time. One good tip if you aren't sure is to bake them till they have the wobble, and then once cooled, put them in the fridge for at least an hour to help 'set' them before cutting up! I keep them at room temperature.

What does blondie mean in baking? ›

A blondie (also known as a blonde brownie) is a variety of dessert bar. It resembles a chocolate brownie, but substitutes vanilla in place of cocoa, and contains brown sugar.

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.

Why won't my blondies cook in the middle? ›

Try making another batch, here are three ways to fix this: Use a larger pan, the batter will be thinner and cook more evenly. Using the same pan as originally, bake in a cooler oven, 25 degrees or so, for an extra few minutes. This will allow the heat to penetrate without burning the outside.

How should blondies look in the middle? ›

Pour into loaf tin and smooth over. Place onto a baking tray on the middle shelf of oven and bake for 25 minutes. Check your Blondie, the centre should have a slight wobble, if very wobbly put back into the oven for a few minutes until it has firmed a little.

What did blondies used to be called? ›

Chocolate was an early-20th-century innovation that quickly became the norm. 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.

Why is a blondie called a blondie? ›

Referring to blonde women as "Blondie" or "Blondy" is a colloquial and informal way of using a term based on their hair color. Here are a few potential reasons for this: Simplicity: Nicknames or terms of endearment are often simple and catchy. "Blondie" is a straightforward way of identifying someone with blonde hair.

Can I put undercooked blondies back in the oven? ›

If your baked goods are undercooked:
  1. If they are only slightly undercooked, you can try returning them to the oven and baking for a few more minutes.
  2. If they are significantly undercooked, you may need to extend the baking time significantly.
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How do you keep blondies moist? ›

Granulated sugar - simple fine white granulated sugar keeps these brownies moist. If you reduce the sugar they will not be as fudgy.

What can I use instead of baking powder in blondies? ›

For every teaspoon of baking powder, you'll want to substitute in ¼ tsp of baking soda with ½ tsp of cream of tartar. If you don't have any cream of tartar, you can also substitute one teaspoon of baking powder with a mixture of ¼ tsp of baking soda plus ½ tsp of either vinegar or lemon juice.

What is a golden blondie? ›

A centre of mouth-watering white chocolate flavoured ice cream swirled with caramelised white chocolate syrup encased in a layer of creamy caramel flavoured ice cream, packed with blondie pieces, all coated in golden chocolate with more blondie pieces.

Why are they called S * * * * * 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 ...

Why are blondies so good? ›

They're chewy and fudgy.

Brownies are difficult to define. Most people like them fudgy, but some prefer them cakey and others chewy. The texture of a blondie isn't really up for debate. It's that of a perfect chocolate chip cookie, chewy and fudgy...just way thicker.

How do you tell if brownies are fully cooked? ›

To test for doneness with a toothpick, insert a toothpick into the center of the brownies and pull it back out. For fudgy brownies, you'll want to see some moist crumbs attached to the toothpick when you pull it back out. If it looks like it's covered in brownie batter, the brownies will need to bake a bit longer.

How do you know when something is fully baked? ›

The trick is to make sure the edges are visibly browned and rigid, so it feels hard to the touch. To avoid under-baking to the point of rawness, ensure the center has lost its sheen and taken on a golden color, but unlike the edge, it will feel soft to touch.

How do you know when brownies are done baking? ›

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.

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