Cinnamon Squares
Indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistible Cinnamon Squares, a delightful combination of warm, spiced flavors and a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Perfectly moist and infused with the comforting aroma of ground cinnamon, these baked squares are topped with a silky glaze that adds an extra layer of sweetness. Prepared with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, butter, and vanilla extract, this recipe comes together in just 40 minutes, making it ideal for last-minute cravings or a quick dessert for gatherings. With their golden-brown crust and a drizzle of cinnamon-laced glaze, these squares are not only a treat for your taste buds but a visual delight as well. Serve them as an afternoon snack, a festive holiday dessert, or a crowd-pleasing addition to your family brunch spread. Whether you're a cinnamon lover or simply seeking an easy baked good, these Cinnamon Squares will quickly become a staple in your dessert repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter
- 0.75 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk (for glaze)
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon (for glaze, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt to combine.
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cooled melted butter, milk, vanilla extract, and eggs until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until a smooth batter forms. Avoid overmixing.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the squares to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
To make the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and ground cinnamon (if using) in a small bowl until smooth.
Once the cinnamon squares are cool, drizzle the glaze evenly over the top. Let the glaze set for a few minutes.
Slice the squares into 12 equal pieces. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2794 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.1 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.0 g | 170% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 514 mg | 171% | |
| Sodium | 2320 mg | 101% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 522.4 g | 190% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.9 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 329.3 g | ||
| Protein | 45.1 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 414 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 13.3 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 769 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
