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Snickerdoodle Cookie Bars

March 29, 2016 by Melissa 13 Comments

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Fans of the spicy-sweet flavor combination will flip for these melt-in-your mouth snickerdoodle cookie bars. The melt-in-your mouth texture along with the sweet and spicy cinnamon sugar topping makes these cookie bars the perfect sweet treat for kids of all ages.

Snickerdoodle Cookie Bars

Snickerdoodle Cookie Bars

Snickerdoodle cookies have been a lifelong personal favorite so, I wanted to create a cookie bar version for ease of preparation. In developing this recipe, I chose to use a combination of granulated and powdered sugar for the dough. Combining the two lends a tender crumb to the finished product. The powdered sugar gives a melt-in-your-mouth texture to the cookies bars that makes them irresistible. You’ll note that classic snickerdoodle cookies are typically rolled in a cinnamon sugar combination before baking but, for these bars the mixture is sprinkled on top.

Snickerdoodle Cookie Bars

Sugar and Spice

These bars hit all of the same flavor points of classic snickerdoodles with an easy preparation. Being an avid hot tea drinker, the vanilla cookie topped with cinnamon and sugar makes these snickerdoodles a delightful accompaniment to a cup of hot tea or coffee.  Fill your cookie jar with these and watch them disappear. Another special cookie bar to try is these  Creme Brulee Cookie Bars from Crazy for Crust.

baked snickerdoodle cookie bars

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Snickerdoodle Cookie Bars

Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time25 mins
Cooling time2 hrs
Total Time2 hrs 45 mins
Course: Cookies, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cookie-bars, snickerdoodle-cookie-bars, snickerdoodles
Servings: 36 bars
Author: Melissa Sperka

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter softened
  • 1 1/4 cup granulated sugar divided
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp cream of tarter
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 2-3 tsp ground cinnamon See Cook's note

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. :Liberally spray a non-stick 13 x 9-inch metal baking pan with cooking spray. Set aside.
  • In the bowl of a stand mixer cream together the butter, 1 cup sugar and powdered sugar with the vanilla. Beat for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy. Scrape the sides of the bowl as needed.
  • Add the eggs one at a time beating well after each addition.
  • In a separate bowl sift together the flour, baking powder, cream of tarter, salt and nutmeg. Turn the mixer to low speed and gradually add to the mixer until all has been added. Increase the speed and beat until fully combined about 1 minute.
  • Spread the dough evenly into the pan.
  • Mix together the remaining 1/4 cup sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle over the top.
  • Bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center shows moist crumbs.
  • Cool completely on a cooling rack. Store at room temperature tightly sealed.

Notes

When mixing the cinnamon sugar topping start with 2 tsp and taste. Use as is or, add more cinnamon to your personal preference.
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Comments

  1. Mary says

    August 23, 2019 at 7:09 pm

    This cake sounds very interesting to me. I intend on making it but I have one question……milk versus buttermilk? Does it make a difference regarding flavor and texture? Thank you for all of your wonderful recipes. Mary

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    • Melissa says

      August 23, 2019 at 8:56 pm

      Hi Mary, I’m not sure I can answer your question as this particular recipe doesn’t have either in it. That said, when making a cake follow the instructions. If the creator suggests buttermilk, then that would give the best result.

      Reply
  2. Suzan Abboud says

    October 6, 2018 at 11:24 pm

    5 stars
    Can you bake this in a glass pan 9×13?

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      October 7, 2018 at 9:26 am

      You can, sure.

      Reply
  3. Julie says

    May 24, 2017 at 2:12 pm

    Do these freeze well? I want to make them for my daughters upcoming wedding and want to get as much done ahead of time as I can.

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    • Melissa says

      May 24, 2017 at 5:53 pm

      Hi Julie, I’ve never frozen these after baked but, my guess is they would do fine. The dough would freeze for sure, if that helps. I’m delighted you’re considering making these for such a special occasion. Send my very best to the happy couple!

      Reply
  4. Stacey says

    January 28, 2017 at 9:12 am

    I have made these several times and they have been a hit each time.

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      January 28, 2017 at 9:42 am

      Thanks Stacey!

      Reply
  5. Kimberly Taylor says

    January 8, 2017 at 6:39 pm

    Curious as to why you used baking powder in your recipe when snickerdoodle cookie recipes call for baking soda?

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    • Melissa says

      January 8, 2017 at 6:51 pm

      I like the texture it gives to them. That’s one of the perks of recipe development.

      Reply
  6. Teresa Bassett says

    March 29, 2016 at 12:58 pm

    I remember Snickerdoodles growing up fresh from the oven. Thanks for the memories………….. Can’t wait to try this version.

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      March 29, 2016 at 4:21 pm

      That cinnamon-sugar aroma is filled with comfort. I hope you like these as much as we do.

      Reply

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