Description
This Cozy and Sweet Honey Cinnamon Dessert is a simple and comforting baked treat combining the warmth of cinnamon with the natural sweetness of honey. With a buttery base and a crisp cinnamon-sugar topping, it’s perfect for a cozy afternoon snack or a delightful dessert to share.
Ingredients
Scale
Fresh Ingredients:
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pantry Staples:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, divided
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat and prep: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Make the batter: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter and light brown sugar until smooth. Add in the egg, honey, and vanilla extract, whisking until fully combined and silky.
- Add dry ingredients: Stir in the all-purpose flour, salt, and half a teaspoon of ground cinnamon just until the flour disappears and the batter is evenly mixed. Avoid overmixing to maintain a tender texture.
- Spread and top: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar with the remaining half teaspoon of cinnamon, then sprinkle this mixture evenly over the batter for a sweet, crunchy topping.
- Bake: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 22 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely before cutting into squares to serve.
Notes
- Storage: Store the dessert in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days to maintain freshness.
- For a stronger cinnamon flavor, you can increase the cinnamon in the batter or topping slightly, but be careful not to overpower the honey sweetness.
- This dessert can be served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent treat.
- Make sure to cool completely before cutting to prevent the squares from crumbling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (approx. 3x3 inches)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Honey cinnamon dessert, easy baked dessert, cinnamon sugar bars, sweet snack, cozy dessert
