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Soft and Chewy Snickerdoodle Bars

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Cinnamon and sugar collide in these Soft and Chewy Snickerdoodle Bars. One bite and you’ll be hooked! Perfectly chewy with a crackled top.

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I never met a person who didn’t like snickerdoodles. (By the way, if you haven’t yet learned How to Make Thick, Soft, Chewy Snickerdoodles, you must try my recipe!) There’s something so comforting about the warm, buttery, sweet, cinnamon cookies. Now it’s easier than ever to have that fresh baked goodness. Enter: Soft and Chewy Snickerdoodle Bars!

 

Top view of a stack of Snickerdoodle Bars

These bars are magical. They are soft and chewy with a slight crunch on the outside from the cinnamon sugar topping.  They are buttery yet light. They are completely and totally addicting!

It’s almost worth making these simply for the aroma that will fill the air as they bake. Ahhhhh. It’s hard to beat one of these snickerdoodle bars fresh from the oven! Go ahead and make a batch – I know you will love them!

 

Snickerdoodle Bars stacked on a marble cake stand

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Soft and Chewy Snickerdoodle Bars stacked on a plate

Soft and Chewy Snickerdoodle Bars

Stephanie Brubaker
5 from 1 vote
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 24

Ingredients
  

Cookie Bars

  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 2 cups brown sugar (packed)
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 2/3 cups all purpose flour

Topping

  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350
  • In a mixing bowl cream together the butter and sugar.
  • Add the cinnamon, salt, vanilla, and eggs, and mix well.
  • Add the baking powder and flour, a little at a time, and mix until incorporated.
  • Spread into a greased 9x13" pan.
  • In a small bowl whisk together sugar and cinnamon and sprinkle evenly over cookie dough.
  • Bake for 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the pan comes out with fudgy crumbs. Do not over bake.
  • Let cool before cutting. Store tightly covered.
Keyword cookie bars, dessert bars, snickerdoodles

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Originally published on Feb 27, 2014

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Comments

  1. Ruth says

    October 26, 2022 at 5:40 pm

    I hate to admit it, but I have never had snickerdoodle anything before …SO happy that I started with this recipe! Amazing! Easy and quick to prepare . And so tasty! And I’m really not much of a dessert person.

    My partner and I cater a lot for local funeral homes. I believe in serving fresh, high quality and great tasting homemade food at a reasonable cost. I’m always looking for new ideas for cookies and squares.

    This recipe will definitely become a regular in my baking.

    Thank you for sharing!

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  2. Terrie Mullet says

    July 28, 2020 at 7:20 am

    Very Very good. I used a foil pan that was slightly smaller than a 9×13 since I was taking them on the go. Since they were thicker, I left them in the oven for 30 minutes which was perfect.

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  3. Shannon says

    February 13, 2019 at 9:27 pm

    Can I use margarine??

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    • Stephanie Brubaker says

      February 18, 2019 at 2:34 pm

      I would not use margarine in this recipe. Butter really works best 🙂

      Reply
  4. Patt says

    January 29, 2019 at 8:44 pm

    I want to make these so bad but only have salted butter. What can I do? Can I just omitt the salt in the recipe?

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    • Stephanie Brubaker says

      February 7, 2019 at 10:29 am

      Yes! Just add a pinch of salt to the recipe instead of the full amount. Enjoy! 🙂

      Reply
  5. Margaret says

    November 12, 2018 at 4:08 pm

    I am considering making these for holiday baskets we deliver to clients. I make all the baskets in a couple of days, then we deliver them over the next week. I worry with some recipes about the cookies getting dry before the clients enjoy them, so I am wondering about scooping this batter into mini-muffin liners for baking, more like a cookie ball. Wondering your opinion on how this would work for this recipe.

    Reply
  6. Melissa says

    October 31, 2018 at 10:43 pm

    Made these and they were delish!! Thinking about using it for a cookie exchange- have you tried freezing them? If so, how long did they last?

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    • Stephanie Brubaker says

      November 4, 2018 at 2:57 pm

      So glad you liked them! You can absolutely freeze them! They will last up to 3 months in the freezer.

      Reply
  7. Tammy says

    October 12, 2018 at 4:19 pm

    I was searching on Pinterest this morning for a new bar cookie recipe when I came across your Snickerdoodle bars. I am so glad I did! I made them twice today and everyone loved them! My family likes a soft cookie and this recipe gave them that. Thank you so much for sharing.

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  8. Jane says

    September 6, 2018 at 11:16 am

    Took these out of the oven about an hour ago and ….so far I’ve already had three lol. They are soo good! What I did was press it into a cookie sheet – 10 x 13 maybe? – and got a nice bar that isn’t too thick but not thin and crunchy either. These will be made again…though next time I’ll sprinkle more cinnamon sugar on top. Forgot this time that a larger area might need more to sprinkle on lol.

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  9. Laura K says

    August 17, 2018 at 8:53 pm

    I brought these to a family reunion vacation a few weeks ago, and they were a HUGE hit! Everyone loved them, and the whole batch was gobbled up in a flash. I am making them again tonight for another family vacation (with the other side of the family this time!). The only change I made was to add to the topping amounts—I used 1/4 cup sugar and 3 tsp cinnamon, just because I really wanted a nice sweet crunchy top. Thanks for the recipe! It’s going to be a regular in my house, too.

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  10. Missy says

    May 13, 2018 at 10:33 pm

    Can these be frozen?

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  11. Pam says

    December 20, 2017 at 10:22 am

    I have made this twice – very good flavor and well received by all. The recipe calls for 9 x 13 pan which makes a rather thick bar – not as pictured and needs much longer time to bake.

    Reply
  12. Jennifer says

    May 20, 2017 at 2:07 pm

    Was wondering if you could make these in a muffin tin instead of a 9×13 pan?

    Reply
  13. Faye says

    March 5, 2017 at 4:22 am

    Hi, Sorry if this has already been asked and answered but it doesnt say whether its 350 Fahrenheit or Celsius? Thankyou!

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    • Stephanie Brubaker says

      March 6, 2017 at 2:12 pm

      I’m sorry for the confusion, Faye. 350 Fahrenheit 🙂

      Reply
  14. Cheri Johnson says

    August 12, 2016 at 7:46 am

    Made these yesterday (3 pans worth) for PADS lunches. Wanted something not chocolate for summer. I noticed no cream of tartar in the recipe. I’m not a fan of it in the snickerdoodle cookie, so glad it wasn’t included. Had to test one, and one became another for my husband. These are everything you described in your commentary, absolutely moist creamy and so delicious! Thank you. Summer picnic is where these are going next. It did take a little longer than 20 mins, but I kept poking it and looking for the moist crumbs on my cake tester!!

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  15. Melanie says

    September 11, 2015 at 10:41 pm

    Hi can this be cook in an oven toaster? Thanks! 🙂

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    • Stephanie Brubaker says

      September 13, 2015 at 2:10 pm

      Hi Melanie! To be honest, I’ve never tried it! I don’t see why it wouldn’t work though – please et me know if you try it!

      Reply
  16. Dusty says

    January 29, 2015 at 9:14 am

    This looks very similar to my son’s traditional birthday “cake” (he doesn’t like icing, or cake really). The recipe I make also has cinnamon chips mixed in at the end and a heavy cream and cinnamon glaze drizzle after they’re cooled. I’ll have to try this recipe (though definitely after his birthday – can’t mess up tradition).

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    • Stephanie Brubaker says

      January 29, 2015 at 4:54 pm

      Oh that version sounds amazing! Definitely try these sometime – I make them often. They are so so good!

      Reply
  17. Kathy says

    January 11, 2015 at 7:41 pm

    Love your blog…but thought you ought to know, when I clicked on the link for the cookies from Pinterest, it flagged your blog as one containing inappropriate content…which I usually avoid but I could see your address bar and realized it couldn’t be inappropriate…I don’t know how you fix that….but excuse me, I’m going to go make some snickerdoodle bar cookies now. ☺️

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  18. Jennifer K says

    January 4, 2015 at 10:48 am

    I made these last night and they are delicious!!! They go well with a cup of coffee in the morning, btw. Great recipe. This has been added to my recipe box and will be used many times I predict.

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    • Stephanie Brubaker says

      January 4, 2015 at 1:46 pm

      I’m so glad to hear you love them, Jennifer! These are a treat we make over and over at my house. And, I might have to try one in the morning with my coffee next time 😉 Thanks for the comment!

      Reply
  19. Maya Smilen says

    November 5, 2014 at 6:18 pm

    i was wondering if these would still turn out good without vanilla?

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    • Stephanie Brubaker says

      November 6, 2014 at 9:59 am

      I bet they would still be delicious without the vanilla, but it does add a little something extra, so I do recommend using some if you can 🙂 These are one of our favorites – enjoy!

      Reply
  20. Kelly Braswell says

    October 19, 2014 at 7:04 pm

    I was worried that I had messed up as my dough seemed really thick, but these are magnificent!! New family favorite, thanks for sharing!

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  21. Tiffany linker says

    October 6, 2014 at 2:12 pm

    I do not have a ” brownie sheet” more like a cake pan, but will able to use that

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  22. Tina says

    October 5, 2014 at 3:01 pm

    Have no brown sugar on hand. Can I use white sugar????

    Reply
    • Stephanie Brubaker says

      October 5, 2014 at 3:11 pm

      It really won’t turn out the same with white sugar. It’s worth a trip to the store though – trust me 🙂

      Reply
  23. Heather Bruce says

    September 20, 2014 at 6:45 am

    Made these hoping they would be a good comfort food during a difficult time for my family. Everyone LOVED them and was asking for the recipe! They were delicious! I’ll be making them again soon.

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    • Stephanie Brubaker says

      September 22, 2014 at 10:03 am

      Thank you so much for taking the time to comment. I am so glad you were all able to enjoy a treat during this difficult time.

      Reply
  24. Leah says

    August 14, 2014 at 1:24 pm

    These were delicious! The only difference is that when I took them out at 20 min, they were not done. It took about 35 minutes total. They are heavenly though!

    Definitely keeping this recipe!

    Reply
  25. Sue Michaels says

    May 31, 2014 at 10:36 pm

    Made these yesterday–excellent. Followed the directions exactly except they took 45 minutes to bake. Thanks so much for sharing; will definitely be making these again and again.

    Reply
  26. Linnea says

    May 6, 2014 at 4:55 pm

    I just took these out of the oven! Cant wait to bite into a piece…thanks girl!

    Reply
  27. Jason Hawkins says

    May 4, 2014 at 1:39 pm

    For anyone interested in making these with margarine, it does not work at all. I made some last night and all that my friend had was margarine. They turn out like cake. It was ok, but definitely not what I was used to when I made them with butter.

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    • Stephanie says

      May 4, 2014 at 7:50 pm

      Butter is always best 🙂

      Reply
    • Sarah says

      December 22, 2014 at 11:39 am

      Thanks for this, I was wondering the exact same thing.

      Reply
  28. Joanna says

    April 30, 2014 at 7:22 pm

    Made these tonight – fantastic! So easy! Thanks for sharing a great recipe! 🙂

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  29. Kathy c says

    April 15, 2014 at 7:14 am

    Your recipe sound wonderful. I was wondering if I don’t have unsalted butter can I use regular butter. Thx thx thx

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    • Stephanie says

      April 15, 2014 at 8:29 am

      Yes! Just only add 1/4 tsp of salt instead of 1/2 tsp so you don’t end up with salty cookie bars 😉 Enjoy!

      Reply
      • KathyC says

        April 17, 2014 at 9:50 am

        Thank you!!

        Reply
  30. Paula says

    April 15, 2014 at 6:15 am

    Just wondering what kind of brown sugar did you use? Light or dark.

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    • Stephanie says

      April 15, 2014 at 8:28 am

      Light brown sugar 🙂

      Reply
      • Paula says

        April 15, 2014 at 9:25 am

        Thank you!

        Reply
  31. Dawn says

    April 7, 2014 at 12:21 pm

    I made the snickerdoodle bars and it came out cakey, more like a coffee cake. Husband loves it anyway. What did I do wrong? I followed the recipe, so I don’t know where I goofed. I so wanted the chewy.

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    • Stephanie says

      April 7, 2014 at 10:30 pm

      It sounds like you added too much flour. However if you are positive you followed the recipe, I think the problem is that it was over baked. You want to pull it from the oven while it still looks slightly underdone. That is what gives it the chewy, yummy texture. I hope you give them another try, maybe baking a few minutes less next time. Hope this helps, Dawn!

      Reply
  32. Laura Dembowski says

    March 11, 2014 at 2:40 pm

    Snickerdoodle bars are the best! I want to dive right in to these!

    Reply
  33. Ginnie says

    March 6, 2014 at 9:25 am

    I’ve really been craving cinnamon lately, so this is right up my alley;) Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  34. Jenni says

    March 4, 2014 at 12:41 am

    Snickerdoodles are definitely one of my favorite type of cookies so these look amazing. They look so chewy!

    Reply
  35. karen says

    March 2, 2014 at 6:57 pm

    Looks delicious! I’m passing this recipe onto my husband since he does all the cooking! He loves Snickerdoodle cookies so these bars will be a big hit!

    Reply
  36. Toni Anderson says

    February 28, 2014 at 10:54 am

    Your recipe calls for baking powder, but your instructions say baking soda. I am assuming the coorect ingredient is baking powder, but wanted to be sure before I am salivating at the smell, only to be disappointed, if I used the wrong one. I make the cookies, bread and cupcakes/cake—these sound great!!!

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    • Stephanie says

      February 28, 2014 at 11:27 am

      Thanks, Toni! You are correct, it should be baking powder. I just fixed the recipe, sorry about that! These are so tasty – hope you enjoy!

      Reply
  37. Elaine says

    February 28, 2014 at 9:55 am

    I am definitely making these snickerdoodles. The ingredients list baking powder, but cooking directions say to add flour and BAKING SODA. Which is it?

    Reply
    • Stephanie says

      February 28, 2014 at 11:24 am

      So sorry about that! Baking powder – just fixed the recipe. Hope you love them!

      Reply
  38. Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says

    February 27, 2014 at 8:27 pm

    Those look gooey and amazing!!!

    Reply
    • Stephanie says

      February 28, 2014 at 11:30 am

      Thanks, Dorothy!

      Reply
  39. Erin @ The Spiffy Cookie says

    February 27, 2014 at 7:44 pm

    I would elbow someone to get one of these bars. I’m obsessed with snickerdoodle blondies!

    Reply
    • Stephanie says

      February 28, 2014 at 11:29 am

      Haha!

      Reply
  40. Laura @ Lauras Baking Talent says

    February 27, 2014 at 7:28 pm

    I love snickerdoodles. These look absolutely delicious!

    Reply
    • Stephanie says

      February 28, 2014 at 11:28 am

      Me too! Thanks, Laura!

      Reply
  41. Betsy | JavaCupcake.com says

    February 27, 2014 at 7:37 am

    I absolutely LOVE Snickerdoodles and these bars look amazing! Great recipe!

    Reply
    • Stephanie says

      February 28, 2014 at 11:28 am

      Thank you, Betsy! I love them too 🙂

      Reply

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