Description
Soft and chewy Cinnamon Sugar Blondies made with plant-based ingredients, delivering a perfect balance of sweetness and warm cinnamon spice. These tender, dairy-free blondies are easy to prepare and perfect for dessert or a cozy snack.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1/2 cup plant-based butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free all-purpose flour blend for gluten-free option)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon (natural)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 cup plant-based milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
- 1 tablespoon fine sugar (for sprinkling)
Optional Add-ins
- 1/2 cup plant-based chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries or chopped dates
- Pinch of nutmeg (natural) or ground ginger (natural) for extra spice
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan with plant-based butter. Measure all ingredients to have them ready.
- Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, whisk softened plant-based butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, creating the base for a chewy texture.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Stir in plant-based milk and vanilla extract (natural) gently to combine without overmixing.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together flour (or gluten-free blend), cinnamon (natural), and baking powder.
- Mix Wet and Dry Together: Fold the dry mixture into the wet just until no flour is visible. Do not overmix to keep blondies tender.
- Pour into Pan and Add Toppings: Transfer batter to the prepared pan, smoothing the top. Sprinkle fine sugar and extra cinnamon evenly on top. Add any optional mix-ins if desired.
- Bake and Cool: Bake for 25 to 28 minutes until edges are golden and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out mostly clean. Cool completely before cutting into squares.
Notes
- Use room temperature plant-based butter for easier mixing and better texture.
- Do not overmix the batter to maintain softness and chewiness.
- Adjust cinnamon amount to taste for a milder or bolder flavor.
- Start checking for doneness at 22 minutes, as ovens vary.
- Allow blondies to cool completely before cutting for clean slices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (of 16)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Cinnamon Sugar Blondies, Plant-Based Blondies, Vegan Blondies, Gluten-Free Blondies, Chewy Blondies, Cinnamon Dessert
