Sweet Chewy Delight Bars (Print-Friendly Version)
This sweet and chewy delight combines cinnamon, butter, and sugar to create a perfectly textured treat. With simple ingredients and a warm flavor, it's worth revisiting.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
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2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1 teaspoon cream of tartar
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1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
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1 large egg
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1 tablespoon vanilla extract
→ Topping
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
# How to Make It:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt until well mixed.
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In a large mixing bowl, beat softened unsalted butter and 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar with an electric mixer for 2–3 minutes until pale and fluffy.
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Add the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture. Beat until fully incorporated and mixture is smooth.
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Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
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In a small bowl, blend 1/2 cup granulated sugar with 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon until thoroughly combined.
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Evenly press dough into the prepared pan. Sprinkle cinnamon-sugar topping uniformly across the surface.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 30–45 minutes or until edges are golden and center is set.
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Allow bars to cool completely in the pan before lifting out and cutting into squares for serving.
# Extra Suggestions:
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For precise texture, avoid overbaking and use parchment to facilitate clean removal.