Cinnamon Roll Blondies

Cinnamon Roll Blondies

Imagine biting into a warm, gooey dessert that captures the essence of a freshly baked cinnamon roll, without the fuss of rolling dough! These Cinnamon Roll Blondies are a delightful fusion of sweet and spice, featuring a buttery blondie base swirled with a rich cinnamon and brown sugar mixture.

Each blondie boasts a soft, chewy texture, making it a perfect companion for a cozy afternoon or a cheeky late-night treat. Drizzled with a velvety cream cheese icing, these blondies add a delightful tang that perfectly complements the warm cinnamon goodness.

To top it all off, they are sprinkled with a dash of cinnamon sugar for that extra sparkle and sweetness. Simply blissful! Whether you share them with friends or keep them all to yourself (I won’t tell!), these blondies are sure to bring a smile to your face and warmth to your belly!

With a swirl of cinnamon sugar and a hint of vanilla, these bars deliver that comforting cinnamon roll flavor in every chewy bite, making them the perfect treat for any time of day. The cream cheese drizzle is a smooth, velvety blend of tangy cream cheese and heavy cream, with just the right amount of vanilla to balance the flavors. It’s rich, indulgent, and the perfect topping. I really like using vanilla bean paste in the frosting to enhance the vanilla flavor, but vanilla extract just as nicely with a rich taste.

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Cinnamon Roll Blondies

Yield: 16

Author: Jaegar Desjardin

Prep time: 15 MinCook time: 30 MinTotal time: 45 Min

Cinnamon roll blondies are the ultimate fusion of two beloved desserts, combining the soft, buttery richness of blondies with the warm, spiced goodness of cinnamon rolls. With a swirl of cinnamon sugar and a hint of vanilla, these bars deliver that comforting cinnamon roll flavor in every chewy bite, making them the perfect treat for any time of day.

Ingredients

• ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 2 eggs (room temperature)
• 1 tbsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup of all-purpose flour
• ½ tbsp cinnamon
• ¼ tsp of baking powder
• ½ tsp salt

Cinnamon Swirl

• 1/4 butter room temperature
• ½ cup brown sugar
• 1 tbsp cinnamon

Cream Cheese Frosting

• 1 tbsp cream cheese
• 1 tbsp heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
• 3/4 cup powder sugar
• Pinch of salt

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and line a 9x9 pan with parchment paper.
2. Melt the ½ cup of butter and allow to cool slightly.
3. While the butter cools, make the cinnamon topping. Mix all the ingredients for the cinnamon swirl in a bowl with a whisk until you reach a nice thick consistency. You can slightly melt the butter if needed. Set off to the side.
4. For the blondies. Add the melted butter and brown sugar to a mixing bowl and mix with a spatula until combined.
5. Add the eggs and vanilla extract and mix until just combined.
6. Use a spatula to scrape down the sides and add the flour, baking powder, and salt. Fold the ingredients together until there are no clumps of flour without over mixing. Then transfer to the baking pan.
7. Using a spoon scoop dollops of the cinnamon mixture throughout the dough. Using a butter knife slightly swirl the mixture throughout the blondie mixture.
8. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. Allow to cool before drizzling the frosting.
9. For the frosting. In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the cream cheese, heavy cream, and vanilla until smooth. Turn the heat off and add the powdered sugar, whisking until no clumps of sugar remain. Using your whisk drizzle the frosting over the blondies. Serve and enjoy!

Equipment

1. 9x9 baking pan
2. Parchment paper
3. Wire rack
4. Spatula
5. Bowl

Notes

• You can swap one egg out for 1/4 cup of greek yogurt and it makes them a little more moist. I still don't know which version taste better so let me know!