Cinnamon Cookie Bars (Print Version)
Buttery, tender cookie bars with a cinnamon-sugar twist. Just the right pick for any gathering, bake sale, or quick sweet bite during the week.
# Ingredients:
→ For the Cookie Bars
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2 2/3 cups plain flour
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1 teaspoon of table salt
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2 teaspoons of baking powder
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1 cup of softened butter
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1 3/4 cups of white sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 tablespoon of vanilla essence
→ For the Cinnamon Sugar Topping
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2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon
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2 tablespoons white sugar
# Steps:
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Turn your oven to 350°F (175°C) to preheat. Lightly coat a 9x13-inch pan with butter or non-stick spray.
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In a mixing bowl, stir together flour, salt, and baking powder thoroughly.
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Use a large bowl to mix your softened butter with 1 3/4 cups of sugar. Beat them until the mixture is pale and fluffy, around 2 to 3 minutes.
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Crack in the eggs one by one, making sure the first egg is fully blended before adding the next. Then stir in the vanilla.
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Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ones. Stir gently until everything is just combined—don’t overdo it!
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Pour the batter into the greased pan and spread it evenly. Smooth the surface out with a spatula.
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In a small dish, combine the cinnamon and sugar for the topping. Scatter the mix evenly across the batter.
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Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until you see a golden edge and a toothpick comes out clean or with just a few crumbs.
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Let the pan cool down fully before you cut the bars into squares. Then, enjoy!
# Helpful Notes:
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Keep the bars fresh by storing them in a sealed container at room temperature; they’ll stay good for five days.
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Want an extra kick of flavor? Stir in 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg with the cinnamon topping.