Ingredients
For the Blondies:
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt
Cinnamon Swirl:
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons melted butter
Cream Cheese Glaze:
4 oz (115 g) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1–2 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Preheat Oven
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Grease or line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. Prepare Blondie Batter
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In a bowl, mix melted butter and brown sugar until smooth.
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Add eggs and vanilla extract, whisking until combined.
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Stir in flour, baking powder, and salt until batter is smooth.
3. Make Cinnamon Swirl
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In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter.
4. Assemble the Blondies
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Pour half of the blondie batter into the prepared pan.
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Drop spoonfuls of the cinnamon mixture over the batter.
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Pour the remaining batter on top and use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the cinnamon mixture into the top.
5. Bake
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Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
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Let cool slightly in the pan.
6. Prepare Cream Cheese Glaze
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In a small bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
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Stir in powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until creamy.
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Drizzle over warm or cooled blondies.
7. Serve
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Cut into squares and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Cinnamon swirl: Adjust the swirl for stronger cinnamon flavor or more sugary richness.
Make-ahead: Bake ahead and store in an airtight container for 2–3 days; drizzle glaze before serving.
Extra flavor: Add chopped pecans or walnuts to the batter for crunch.
Glaze variations: Use maple syrup or caramel drizzle instead of cream cheese glaze for variety.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
Nutrition
- Calories: 350