Name: Gingerbread Cinnamon Roll Blondies
Prep time: 1 h 25 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 1 h 55 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups (240 g) all-purpose flour provides structure; creates tender, cakey gingerbread cinnamon roll blondies; 1 tsp baking powder leaveners that give lift and a soft crumb in the spiced blondie bars; 1/2 tsp baking soda leaveners that give lift and a soft crumb in the spiced blondie bars; 1/2 tsp fine sea salt balances sweetness and enhances spices; 1 tbsp ground ginger the warm spice trio that turns ordinary blondies into gingerbread cinnamon roll blondies with aromatic depth; 2 tsp ground cinnamon the warm spice trio that turns ordinary blondies into gingerbread cinnamon roll blondies with aromatic depth; 1/2 tsp ground cloves the warm spice trio that turns ordinary blondies into gingerbread cinnamon roll blondies with aromatic depth; 1/2 cup (100 g) brown sugar adds moisture and molasses notes; 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar helps with structure and caramelization for the cinnamon roll swirl; 1/2 cup (120 g) unsalted butter, melted fat for richness and chew; can be swapped for neutral oil in vegan or lower-saturated-fat versions; 2 large eggs bind and help with rise; see vegan swaps below for flax or aquafaba alternatives; 1/4 cup (60 g) molasses delivers classic gingerbread depth, color, and that signature molasses tang; 3 tbsp melted butter combine to make the caramelized cinnamon layer that mimics a cinnamon roll; 1/3 cup (70 g) brown sugar combine to make the caramelized cinnamon layer that mimics a cinnamon roll; 2 tsp cinnamon combine to make the caramelized cinnamon layer that mimics a cinnamon roll; 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans add crunch, protein, and healthy fats; 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar finishes the blondies with a silky icing; 2 3 tbsp milk or plant milk finishes the blondies with a silky icing; 1/2 tsp vanilla finishes the blondies with a silky icing

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2 cups (240 g) all-purpose flour provides structure; creates tender, cakey gingerbread cinnamon roll blondies

1 tsp baking powder leaveners that give lift and a soft crumb in the spiced blondie bars

1/2 tsp baking soda leaveners that give lift and a soft crumb in the spiced blondie bars

1/2 tsp fine sea salt balances sweetness and enhances spices

1 tbsp ground ginger the warm spice trio that turns ordinary blondies into gingerbread cinnamon roll blondies with aromatic depth

2 tsp ground cinnamon the warm spice trio that turns ordinary blondies into gingerbread cinnamon roll blondies with aromatic depth

1/2 tsp ground cloves the warm spice trio that turns ordinary blondies into gingerbread cinnamon roll blondies with aromatic depth

1/2 cup (100 g) brown sugar adds moisture and molasses notes

1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar helps with structure and caramelization for the cinnamon roll swirl

1/2 cup (120 g) unsalted butter, melted fat for richness and chew; can be swapped for neutral oil in vegan or lower-saturated-fat versions

2 large eggs bind and help with rise; see vegan swaps below for flax or aquafaba alternatives

1/4 cup (60 g) molasses delivers classic gingerbread depth, color, and that signature molasses tang

3 tbsp melted butter combine to make the caramelized cinnamon layer that mimics a cinnamon roll

1/3 cup (70 g) brown sugar combine to make the caramelized cinnamon layer that mimics a cinnamon roll

2 tsp cinnamon combine to make the caramelized cinnamon layer that mimics a cinnamon roll

1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans add crunch, protein, and healthy fats

1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar finishes the blondies with a silky icing

2 3 tbsp milk or plant milk finishes the blondies with a silky icing

1/2 tsp vanilla finishes the blondies with a silky icing

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Instructions

1-First Steps: Preheat and Prep Let’s kick things off by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lining a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper trust me, this makes cleanup a breeze! Gather all your ingredients first, like the flour, spices, and molasses, so everything’s ready to go. If you’re making a vegan or gluten-free batch, have your swaps handy to keep the process smooth and fun.

2-Dry and Wet Ingredients: Mixing It Up In a medium bowl, whisk together the 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp baking soda, 1/2 tsp salt, 1 tbsp ground ginger, 2 tsp cinnamon, and 1/2 tsp ground cloves this step ensures every bite bursts with flavor! Over in a large bowl, mix 1/2 cup melted butter with 1/2 cup brown sugar and 1/4 cup granulated sugar until it looks glossy, then add the 2 eggs and 1/4 cup molasses for that rich gingerbread vibe.

3-Final Touches: Layer, Bake, and Serve Spread half the batter in the pan, add the cinnamon swirl, then top with the rest and swirl it in for those pretty ribbons it’s like creating art in your kitchen! Bake for 25 35 minutes, let it cool, and finish with a simple glaze of 1 cup powdered sugar mixed with 2 3 tbsp milk and 1/2 tsp vanilla.

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Notes

🌡️ For extra flavor depth, let the blondie dough rest for 30 minutes before baking to allow the spices to meld
🎯 Use room temperature ingredients for the frosting to ensure a smooth, lump-free texture
📦 Store blondies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, but bring to room temperature before serving for best flavor

Author: Brandi Oshea
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cooling Time: 1 hour
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 blondie
Calories: 285
Sugar: 24g
Sodium: 125mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 55mg