Snickerdoodle-Bars

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 2 cups sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch pan.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and 2 cups sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
4. Combine the flour, baking powder, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and salt; stir into the batter until well blended.
5. Spread the batter into the prepared pan.
6. In a small bowl, mix together the 1/2 cup sugar and 2 teaspoons cinnamon; sprinkle this mixture over the top of the batter.
7. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the pan comes out clean.
8. Allow to cool before cutting into bars.

Interesting Facts

• Snickerdoodle Bars are a popular dessert in the United States.
• This recipe is a variation of the classic Snickerdoodle Cookie.
• These bars are best served warm with a scoop of ice cream.
• Snickerdoodle Bars can be stored in an air-tight container for up to one week.