Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 2 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar (packed)
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (sifted)
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instruction

  • Preheat oven to 350° degrees F. Spray the bottom of a 9X13 inch baking pan with non-stick cooking spray and then line with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk to combine and set aside.
  • In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat butter on medium speed for 2 minutes. Add in sugars and beat for an additional 2 minutes. Add in eggs and vanilla and mix until thoroughly combined. Turn the mixer to low and add the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  • Spoon half of the batter into the pan and spread evenly. In a small bowl, stir together the sugar and pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon. Sprinkle evenly over the batter.
  • Spoon a teaspoon-sized amount of the remaining batter evenly over the pumpkin pie spice mixture.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until lightly golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool completely.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the bars using a spoon or fork.