Easy cinnamon sugar blondies are the ultimate cozy dessert when you’re craving something warm, sweet, and simple. With rich brown sugar, golden honey, and a soft cinnamon topping, these chewy blondie bars taste like fall in every bite — yet they’re easy enough to make any time of year.
Whether you need a quick bake sale treat, a comforting after-school snack, or a thoughtful homemade gift for neighbors, this recipe delivers big flavor with minimal effort.
Why You’ll Love This Easy Cinnamon Sugar Blondies Recipe
- 🍂 Warm fall flavor from cinnamon and brown sugar
- 🧈 Soft and chewy texture with slightly crisp edges
- ⏱️ Quick prep time — ready in about 30 minutes
- 🎁 Perfect for gifting and sharing
- 🥣 Made with simple pantry ingredients
These blondies strike the perfect balance between a cookie and a brownie. They’re dense but tender, sweet but not overpowering, and filled with that nostalgic cinnamon sugar flavor everyone loves.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup light brown sugar (packed)
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Most of these ingredients are likely already in your kitchen, making this an easy last-minute dessert option.
How to Make Easy Cinnamon Sugar Blondies (Step-by-Step)
Step 1: Prepare Your Pan
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, and honey. Stir until smooth and glossy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
Step 3: Combine the Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, ground cinnamon, and salt. This ensures the cinnamon distributes evenly throughout the batter.
Step 4: Create the Batter
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Stir gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the blondies soft and chewy.
Step 5: Add the Cinnamon Sugar Topping
Spread the batter evenly into your prepared pan. Mix the granulated sugar with a small pinch of cinnamon (optional for extra flavor) and sprinkle evenly over the top.
Step 6: Bake to Golden Perfection
Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the edges turn golden and the center is set but still soft. A toothpick inserted in the center should come out with a few moist crumbs.
Allow the blondies to cool completely before slicing into 9–12 bars.
Tips & Variations
- For extra chewiness: Slightly underbake and allow the bars to finish setting as they cool.
- Add crunch: Stir in chopped walnuts or pecans.
- Boost the spice: Add a pinch of nutmeg or pumpkin spice for deeper fall flavor.
- Make it dairy-free: Use plant-based butter as a substitute.
- Gluten-free option: Use a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour blend.
Serving Ideas & Storage
These cinnamon sugar blondies are delicious served slightly warm with a glass of milk or a cup of tea. For an extra cozy treat, warm a square for 10 seconds in the microwave before serving.
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. You can also freeze them for up to 2 months — just wrap individual bars tightly and thaw at room temperature when ready to enjoy.
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Easy Cinnamon Sugar Blondies – Cozy Fall Treat
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Cozy, chewy cinnamon sugar blondies made with brown sugar, honey, and vanilla. A quick fall-style dessert bar with a sweet cinnamon topping—perfect for sharing, gifting, or an easy weeknight treat.
Ingredients
FOR THE BLONDIES:
• 1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
• 1 cup (200 g) light brown sugar, packed
• 1/4 cup (85 g) honey
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp salt
CINNAMON SUGAR TOPPING:
• 3 tbsp (38 g) granulated sugar
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (optional, for extra cinnamon punch)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper (or grease well).
2. Melt the butter and let it cool 3–5 minutes so it’s warm, not hot.
3. In a mixing bowl, stir together melted butter, brown sugar, and honey until smooth and glossy.
4. Whisk in the egg and vanilla until fully combined.
5. In a second bowl, whisk flour, cinnamon, and salt.
6. Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and stir just until no dry flour remains (don’t overmix).
7. Spread batter evenly into the prepared pan.
8. Mix granulated sugar with the optional 1/2 tsp cinnamon, then sprinkle evenly over the batter.
9. Bake 20–25 minutes, until edges are lightly golden and the center is set (a toothpick should come out with a few moist crumbs).
10. Cool completely in the pan before slicing into 9–12 bars for clean cuts and best chewiness.
Notes
PAN SIZE: 8×8-inch makes thick, chewy bars. For thinner bars, use a 9×9-inch pan and start checking at ~18 minutes.
DON’T OVERBAKE: Pull them when the center is set but still soft—carryover heat finishes the job.
ADD-INS: Fold in 1/2 cup chopped walnuts/pecans or 1/2 cup white chocolate chips.
SUBSTITUTIONS: Honey can be swapped 1:1 with maple syrup. Use plant-based butter for dairy-free.
STORAGE: Keep airtight at room temp up to 4 days, or freeze up to 2 months (wrap bars individually).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 85 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving – Approximate)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 210 |
| Protein | 3g |
| Carbs | 30g |
| Fat | 9g |
| Fiber | 1g |
| Sodium | 85mg |
Final Thoughts
These easy cinnamon sugar blondies are everything a fall dessert should be — cozy, comforting, and wonderfully simple. With warm cinnamon spice and soft, chewy texture, they’re guaranteed to become a family favorite. Whether you bake them for a gathering or just because you’re craving something sweet, this recipe is one you’ll come back to again and again.