Chewy Cinnamon Snickerdoodle Cookie Bars
Chewy Cinnamon Snickerdoodle Cookie Bars deliver all the nostalgic flavor of classic
Ingredients
- Cookie Base
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Cinnamon-Sugar Topping
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy (2–3 minutes).
- Beat in eggs and vanilla until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until combined.
- Spread dough evenly into prepared pan.
- Mix cinnamon and sugar for topping; sprinkle evenly over dough.
- Bake 25–30 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden and center is set.
- Cool completely before slicing for clean cuts.
Notes
- For extra chewiness, slightly underbake and allow bars to finish setting as they cool.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
Chewy Cinnamon Snickerdoodle Cookie Bars deliver all the nostalgic flavor of classic snickerdoodle cookies in an easy-to-make, slice-and-serve bar form. Soft, buttery, and perfectly chewy, these bars are infused with warm cinnamon and a subtle tang from cream of tartar—the signature ingredient that gives snickerdoodles their distinctive flavor. A generous cinnamon-sugar topping creates a lightly crisp, crackly surface while the center stays tender and rich. Unlike individual cookies, these bars come together quickly with no scooping required, making them perfect for potlucks, bake sales, holidays, or weeknight treats. Each bite is sweet, spiced, and comforting, pairing beautifully with coffee, tea, or a cold glass of milk. With their soft texture and cozy aroma, these cookie bars are guaranteed crowd-pleasers that taste like homemade warmth in every bite.
