Bar Ingredients:
- 113 grams (1/2 cup) of unsalted butter, brought to room temperature
- 200 grams (1 cup) of soft brown sugar
- 1 large egg, ideally at room temperature
- 2 tsp of pure vanilla extract
- 156 grams (1¼ cups) of standard baking flour
- 1 tsp of baking powder
- 1/4 tsp of fine sea salt
- 1/2 cup of cinnamon-flavored baking morsels
For the Chai-Spiced Layer:
- 25 grams (2 tbsp) of white granulated sugar
- 1½ tsp of ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp of ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp of ground cardamom
- 1/8 tsp of ground nutmeg
- 1/8 tsp of ground cloves
Creating Your Bliss Bars:
- Start by setting your oven to 177°C (350°F). Make an 8×8-inch baking dish non-stick by lining it with parchment and giving it a light spray.
- With a mixer, blend the softened butter and brown sugar until they're one. Introduce the egg and vanilla for another twirl.
- Sift in the flour, baking powder, and salt, mixing to just shy of complete. Now, gently fold in the cinnamon baking morsels.
- Transfer this doughy delight into your prepared dish, spreading it to an even layer.
Chai-Spiced Topping:
- Combine the sugar with the chai spices in a bowl, then sprinkle this aromatic mix over your unbaked bars.
- Bake for about 20 minutes. You're looking for the sides to begin to bronze and pull away from the dish edges.
Pro Tips:
- If cinnamon chips are elusive, consider butterscotch or white chocolate as worthy stand-ins, or simply omit them.
- These bars will keep well in the freezer, sealed away from the air, or they can stand at room temperature for a short stint.
- For those without scales, remember: fluff the flour with a spoon before measuring to avoid packing and to ensure a tender bar texture.
