Oat Blondies

Directions

1. 1
   Position oven rack in the lower third of the oven; preheat oven to 350°; butter and flour a 9x13 inch pan; set aside.
2. 2
   In a bowl, whisk the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt until combined; set aside.
3. 3
   In a big bowl, cream the butter, sugar, and brown sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed; continue beating until pale brown and thick, about 7 minutes.
4. 4
   Add the eggs one at a time, allowing the first to be thoroughly incorporated before adding the second.
5. 5
   Scrape down the sides of bowl as necessary; after beating in the second egg for 1 minute, stir in the vanilla.
6. 6
   Using a wooden spoon or rubber spatula, stir in the oats and chocolate chips until combined.
7. 7
   Then stir in the flour mixture just until incorporated (do not beat).
8. 8
   Spoon batter into prepared pan, pressing it gently into the corners with your fingers.
9. 9
   Bake for 30 minutes, until the top is lightly browned and a pick comes out clean.
10. 10
    Set pan on a wire rack to cool for at least 30 minutes.
11. 11
    Cut blondies into 24 pieces while they are still in the pan; carefully remove with an offset spatula.
12. 12
    Serve immediately or let cool completely before covering with plastic wrap for storage at room temperature.