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Salted Caramel Cinnamon Roll Blondies – Easy Dessert Bars with Creamy Icing

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These blondies combine the gooey comfort of cinnamon rolls with the rich flavor of salted caramel, all topped with a creamy icing. Quick to make and perfect for any occasion, they’re chewy, buttery, and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (226 g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 1/2 cups (300 g) brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 cup (70 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) salted caramel sauce
  • Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling
  • 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch pan with parchment paper and lightly grease.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter and brown sugar until smooth. Add eggs and vanilla, whisking until just combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet mixture with a rubber spatula.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine granulated sugar and cinnamon. Stir in melted butter until crumbly.
  5. Spread half the blondie batter evenly into the prepared pan. Sprinkle half the cinnamon mixture over the batter. Drizzle half the salted caramel sauce, then swirl gently with a knife.
  6. Spread remaining blondie batter on top. Add the rest of the cinnamon mixture and drizzle the remaining caramel. Swirl again.
  7. Bake for 28-32 minutes, until edges are golden and center is just set. A toothpick should come out with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Remove from oven and let cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes. Move to a wire rack using the parchment overhang. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt while still warm.
  9. In a small bowl, whisk powdered sugar, cream cheese, milk, vanilla, and a pinch of salt until smooth and pourable. Add more milk if needed.
  10. Once blondies are cool, drizzle or spread icing over the top. Cut into bars and serve slightly warm.

Notes

For gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. For dairy-free, substitute coconut oil or vegan butter and dairy-free milk. Add nuts or swap spices for seasonal variations. Let bars cool fully before icing and cutting for clean slices. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 month.

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Keywords: blondies, cinnamon roll, salted caramel, dessert bars, easy baking, creamy icing, potluck, brunch, holiday dessert

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