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Chewy Snickerdoodle Cookie Bars Recipe

Chewy Snickerdoodle Cookie Bars Recipe
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Delightfully chewy Snickerdoodle cookie bars with a soft texture and classic cinnamon-sugar topping, perfect for a crowd-pleasing dessert or snack.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Topping

  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal of the bars later.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt. Set this mixture aside for later.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter and 1 ½ cups of sugar until light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes with a handheld mixer or stand mixer.
  4. Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated. This will enhance the flavor and help bind the dough.
  5. Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Slowly add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet mixture, blending until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep your bars tender.
  6. Spread the Mixture: Spoon the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly with a spatula, ensuring a uniform thickness.
  7. Prepare Topping: In a small bowl, combine the ½ cup of granulated sugar and 2 tablespoons of ground cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the cookie batter.
  8. Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Once baked, allow to cool completely in the pan before cutting into bars.
  9. Serve: Once cool, slice into squares and serve. Enjoy your chewy, cinnamon-spiced Snickerdoodle cookie bars!

Notes

  • Make sure the butter is properly softened to ensure smooth creaming with sugar.
  • Do not overmix the dough after adding dry ingredients to maintain chewy texture.
  • Using parchment paper makes it easier to remove the bars without breaking.
  • Allow bars to cool completely before slicing to prevent crumbling.
  • Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.

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Keywords: Snickerdoodle, cookie bars, chewy cookies, cinnamon sugar, easy dessert, classic cookie

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