Description
These Chewy Snickerdoodle Cookie Bars bring all the delightful flavors of classic snickerdoodle cookies in an easy-to-make, shareable bar form. Soft, cinnamon-sugar coated, and perfectly chewy, they are a delicious dessert perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Cookie Bars
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Cinnamon Sugar Topping
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, ensuring a smooth base for the bars.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time to incorporate them fully, then stir in the vanilla extract for aromatic flavor.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and seasoning.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until a soft dough forms, being careful not to overmix.
- Spread Dough in Pan: Evenly spread the dough into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula for an even bake.
- Prepare Topping: In a small bowl, mix together 1 tablespoon granulated sugar and 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon until well combined.
- Sprinkle Topping: Evenly sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the surface of the dough to create the classic snickerdoodle flavor crust.
- Bake: Bake for 22–25 minutes, or until the edges turn lightly golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan; this helps them set properly before cutting into 24 bars for serving.
Notes
- For extra softness, slightly underbake and let the bars finish setting as they cool in the pan.
- Add white chocolate chips to the dough for a sweet, creamy variation.
- Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
