Chewy Snickerdoodle Cookie Bars (Print-Friendly Version)

Soft cinnamon-sugar bars with irresistible chewy texture, perfect for sharing or a sweet bite anytime.

# What You’ll Need to Make This:

→ Cookie Dough

01 - 190 grams all-purpose flour
02 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
03 - 0.5 teaspoon salt
04 - 113 grams unsalted butter, softened
05 - 200 grams granulated sugar
06 - 1 large egg
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Cinnamon Sugar Topping

08 - 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
09 - 25 grams granulated sugar

# How to Prepare:

01 - Preheat oven to 180°C. Lightly grease an 20×20-centimetre baking pan or line with parchment paper.
02 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
03 - In a separate bowl, cream softened butter with granulated sugar until mixture is light and fluffy.
04 - Add egg and vanilla extract to the creamed butter mixture. Mix until thoroughly combined.
05 - Gradually blend the dry mixture into the wet mixture, mixing just until a soft dough forms.
06 - Evenly press the dough into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top.
07 - Combine ground cinnamon and granulated sugar. Evenly sprinkle the mixture over the surface of the dough.
08 - Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until edges are golden and a toothpick inserted in the centre emerges clean.
09 - Allow bars to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, cut into squares or bars of desired size.
10 - Serve and enjoy these chewy snickerdoodle cookie bars.

# Extra Tips:

01 - Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4–5 days.
02 - A pinch of cream of tartar can be added for a tangy flavour, traditional in classic snickerdoodles.
03 - Ideal for bake sales, holidays, or as a casual afternoon treat.

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