Snickerdoodle Bars with Cinnamon Sugar Crust

Snickerdoodle Bars with Cinnamon Sugar Crust are a soft, chewy twist on the classic snickerdoodle cookie. These buttery bars are layered with warm cinnamon and sugar, creating a sweet, crackly crust on top that melts in your mouth. They’re easy to make, perfectly spiced, and ideal for holiday gatherings, bake sales, or a cozy afternoon treat with coffee or milk.

You know that smell the one that hits you right in the face when cinnamon and sugar start in the oven. Well, that one brings instant childhood flashbacks.

These Snickerdoodle Bars are that memory baked into squares because I actually made them on a whim one rainy Saturday.

What makes these special is that crackly cinnamon sugar crust because it’s crunchy on top yet soft and chewy underneath, almost like a cookie and a brownie had a delicious little love child.
Here’s the vibe sweet and spicy, a bit rustic so don’t worry if the edges are uneven, and totally addictive.

Oh and don’t skip the cooling part because I know it’s hard but they slice better that way. Or you can just dig in warm with a spoon if you can’t wait no judgment.

Kitchen Equipment Needed :

• 9×13 inch baking pan
• Mixing bowls “large and medium”
• Electric mixer or whisk
• Spatula
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Small bowl “for cinnamon sugar topping”
• Cooling rack
• Knife for slicing bars

Tips for

Don’t Overbake: remove them from the oven as soon as the edges are golden and the center is just set. Overbaking can make them dry.

Use Parchment Paper: it makes it easy to lift the entire batch out of the pan and cut them cleanly.

Customize the Topping: add a pinch of nutmeg or cardamom to the cinnamon sugar for a unique flavor twist.

Serve Warm: for a special treat, warm the bars slightly and serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Make Ahead: these bars taste even better the next day once the flavors settle.

What to Eat with Snickerdoodle Bars with Cinnamon Sugar Crust ??

These bars are delicious on their own, but they can be even more fun when paired with other treats. Try serving them with a glass of cold milk or a hot cup of cocoa. For dessert, serve warm bars with a scoop of vanilla or cinnamon ice cream. They also pair nicely with coffee or tea for an afternoon snack. If you’re hosting a brunch, put them on the table alongside fruit salad, muffins, and other baked goods for a sweet touch.

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Ingredients :

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 ¾ cups all purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt

How to Make Snickerdoodle Bars with Cinnamon Sugar Crust :

Step 1

First preheat your oven to 350°F “175°C”. Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal and in a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. This creates the base of the bars then beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract. Mix until fully combined.

Step 2

Second in a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a thick dough forms and spread the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula then in a small bowl, mix together the cinnamon and sugar for the topping. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the dough.

Step 3

Finally bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.

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