Snickerdoodle Bars
Indulge in the warm, nostalgic flavors of these irresistibly soft and chewy Snickerdoodle Bars, perfect for any dessert lover. Combining the buttery richness of a cookie with the ease of a bar, this recipe infuses classic cinnamon sugar goodness with a delightfully tender texture. Made with pantry staples like cream of tartar and a hint of vanilla, these bars are topped with a shimmering layer of cinnamon-sugar that caramelizes beautifully in the oven. Ready in just 40 minutes, including prep time, Snickerdoodle Bars are a crowd-pleasing treat perfect for sharing—or for keeping all to yourself. Whether served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoyed with your favorite coffee, these bars are sure to become a family favorite. Plus, they’re easy to store, making them the ideal bake-ahead dessert!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, for batter
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, for topping
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, for topping
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easier removal later.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar using a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Spread the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon for the topping. Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the dough.
Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until the bars are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the Snickerdoodle Bars to cool completely in the pan before slicing into 16 squares or bars to serve.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
295 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.8 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.9 g | 39% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 56 mg | 19% | |
| Sodium | 152 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.2 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.7 g | ||
| Protein | 2.9 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 15 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 137 mg | 3% | |
*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.
