Cinnamon Roll Blondies
Cinnamon Roll Blondies are the perfect fusion of chewy, buttery blondies and the warm, spiced flavor of cinnamon rolls, topped with a luscious glaze. They are easy to make, customizable, and an indulgent treat for any dessert lover.
Ingredients
Blondies Ingredients:
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted and slightly cooled
- 1 cup light brown sugar packed
- 1 large egg + 1 large egg yolk room temperature
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Cinnamon Sugar:
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
Icing:
- 1 tablespoon cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter and brown sugar until smooth. Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until no flour pockets remain. Be careful not to overmix.
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan. To make the cinnamon sugar topping, mix the cinnamon and sugar together, then drop large spoonfuls over the blondie batter. Use a butter knife to swirl it in, creating a marbled effect.
- Bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and set, while the center remains slightly doughy. The blondies will continue to set as they cool.
- While the blondies cool, prepare the cream cheese icing. In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, whisk together the cream cheese, heavy cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir constantly until smooth and fully combined, then remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Once the blondies have cooled, drizzle them with the cream cheese glaze. Slice into 9 squares and enjoy!