Cinnamon Roll Blondies
These Cinnamon Roll Blondies are a chewy blondie bar with brown sugar and cinnamon swirled in and topped with cream cheese frosting. The yummy flavors of a cinnamon roll without the trouble of yeast or waiting for the rolls to rise.
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CINNAMON ROLL BLONDIES
My husband was fitted for his first ever custom suit a month ago and just got it back yesterday. He suits in the past have always been really baggy. He’s 6’6″ and 240 lbs so it’s hard to find a suit that fits his athletic body.
I know, I know. I have a hard time finding pants short enough for my short legs and wide enough for my breeder hips so I can imagine how terrible it must be to be so athletic that you can’t find clothes that fit your perfect V-shape and long legs. Boo-hoo.
When I saw him in his fitted suit my first thought was that he looked European – super tailored suit on a tall, dark guy. He looked good but extremely uncomfortable. We went back on forth all night over whether looking good was worth being uncomfortable.
The fitted look is in, right? Don’t ask me. Fashion isn’t my thing. I have one pile of clothes that I call “mom clothes” for playing with the kids and another pile for date night. Someone help me. Take skinny jeans – I never jumped on the skinny jean wagon. Partly because my body refused to cooperate and partly because I just wasn’t a fan of the look. I was happy to watch that trend come and go. Wait…it’s gone, right?
I can promise that these Cinnamon Roll Blondies will not help you get in your skinny jeans. They start with a buttery blondie base that I use for a lot of desserts, then I added a brown sugar cinnamon swirl, and cream cheese frosting.
These were inspired when I was at the grocery store and got a whiff of cinnamon that made me melt in the knees. And you know how much cinnamon anything like these Soft Cinnamon Rolls and this Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake.
Spoon the cinnamon/brown sugar filling over the top and swirl in with a knife.
I could hardly wait for them to cool before I lathered them with cream cheese frosting.
That’s why my frosting started to get a little soft. No one seemed to mind.
The edges were a little chewy on these Cinnamon Roll Blondies but had a soft center. With the cream cheese frosting on top…oh my goodness. We were fighting over the crumbs of these.
OTHER DESSERT RECIPES:
- Applebee’s Blondies
- Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake
- Soft Cinnamon Rolls
- Monster Cookies
- Almond Cookies
- Chocolate Eclair Cake
- Peach Crumb Bars
Cinnamon Roll Blondies
Ingredients
Blondies:
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup flour
Cinnamon Swirl:
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Frosting:
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°. Line an 8x8 baking dish with foil and spray with cooking spray.
- For the Blondies: In a large bowl, cream together the melted butter and brown sugar. Add the egg and vanilla and mix until combined. Add the salt and flour and mix until smooth. Spread mixture in the prepared pan.
- For the Filling: In a small bowl, combine the butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Spoon dollops of the mixture over the blondie batter. With a knife, swirl the mixture into the batter.
- Bake for 23-28 minutes or until center isn't jiggly (mine was done at 23 minutes but my oven cooks fast). Cool completely.
- For the frosting: In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, butter, vanilla, and powdered sugar. Once the ingredients have combined, whip the frosting until fluffy. If your ingredients are softened you shouldn't have to add any milk but you can add a dash if needed.
- Frost the cooled blondies and sprinkle with additional cinnamon if desired.
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So. DELICIOUS! I made this yesterday as an anniversary dessert, and my boyfriend absolutely LOVED it. I gobbled up half (yes, half) in a matter of minutes. It was so easy to make and tastes like a dream! I’m officially adding this to my all-time favorite desserts list. Thank you so much!
Oh that makes me happy!
Just made these today, so good.
One thing that would be good with this, coarsely chopped walnuts mixed throughout.
I would make this again as is.
That would be great
Self rising flour or all purpose?
All-purpose flour
Can these blondies be frozen, before being frosted, for at least a month? I have a party coming up in a month and would like to get these done in advance.
One other thing: Once I would thaw these blondies after freezing them, how long could I expect them to last?
Yes, they can totally be frozen ahead of time. I would serve them within 2 days of thawing for best results
We are loving the cinnamon roll blondies. Easy to make and easier to eat.
Awww. Thanks!
I made these this week and they were a huge hit! They are rich, chewy and so delicious. My husband and I were fighting over the last one. I love that it gives you the cinnamon roll vibe I was craving without the time and hassle using yeast. They were very simple, and good for breakfast or dessert. I am definitely going to make these again! (The only reason I rated 4 starts is because for some reason my computer would not let me highlight that 5th star)
Ugh. That’s weird. Glad you enjoyed them!
I made this for fhe tonight. All 5 kiddos loved it and so did we adults! Glad you added it to your favorites from 2015–I’d forgotten I had wanted to make it. Thanks!!
Haha. you’re welcome!
I don’t think I have an 8×8 pan…how would you suggest modifying for 9×13? Thanks!
You can double it for a 9×13 pan. Trust me. You might want it doubled anyway.
Hi! This looks delicious and I LOVE that I don’t have to use yeast, but is it supposed to have baking soda in it? thanks 🙂
Nope! It doesn’t have baking soda in it. You could add it if you like I guess?
Blondies are my fave! What a great idea!
Ooh yummy for my tummy!
These were AMAZING & addicting. Tastes like a cinnamon roll, but less work. Next time I make these (of course there will be a next time…like tomorrow😂🤣), do you think I could freeze them? Do you think they’ll hold up well?
What is the purpose of the tin foil lining the pan? Could you just put badder in pan without foil?
I just line it for easy removal. So you don’t have a sacrificial corner piece in order to get the rest out of the pan. You could definitely just put the batter in the pan.
What a genius idea! I’ve never made a blondie before – why bother when brownies exist?! but I think I’ll have to make these!
Try them and you’ll become a convert I promise!
Ok, for me comfort guides the way I dress….but, having said that….I thought the suit was a “custom” fit? So, he should be comfortable! Go back and have them take a look at it again, maybe some adjustments can be made. I don’t suppose you’d consider sending a photo….
Haha. I would love to send the photo but don’t think my husband would be thrilled. It fits fine just way less baggier than his others.
You and I think a lot alike! I think a suit should look good but be comfy too, not comfy like an old pair of jeans but comfy enough to look forward to wearing it. I too, wish I had a tall athletic body, but alas, tis not to be!! Your cinnamon roll blondies look super good and something I may have to try this weekend!
I know. Hard problem to have, right!
Yum to all – thank you.