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Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars Recipe

4.7 from 75 reviews

Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars are a delightful and easy-to-make treat that combines the flavors of classic cinnamon rolls into a convenient bar form. With a tender, buttery base flavored with cinnamon and a creamy, sweet cream cheese icing drizzled on top, these bars are perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or dessert. Quick to prepare and bake, they bring comfort and sweetness to your kitchen without the fuss of rolling dough.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (room temperature)
  • 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1/4 cup milk (room temperature)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Icing

  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon milk (for icing)

Instructions

  1. Preparation: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish to prevent sticking.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps create a tender texture in the bars.
  3. Add Eggs and Flavorings: Beat in the eggs one at a time to the creamed mixture to ensure they are fully incorporated. Then stir in the milk and vanilla extract, which add moisture and flavor.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening and spices.
  5. Mix Dry into Wet: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, which could toughen the bars.
  6. Prepare to Bake: Pour the batter into the greased baking dish and smooth the top evenly with a spatula.
  7. Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, indicating the bars are fully cooked.
  8. Make Icing: While the bars cool slightly, prepare the icing by blending the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and 1 tablespoon of milk until smooth and creamy.
  9. Finish: Drizzle the cream cheese icing over the cooled cinnamon bars and slice into squares for serving.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing and texture.
  • Don’t overmix the batter to keep the bars soft and tender.
  • Let the bars cool completely before icing to prevent the icing from melting.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • For a stronger cinnamon flavor, sprinkle a bit of extra cinnamon on the icing if desired.

Keywords: Cinnamon Roll Bars, Cinnamon Bars, Quick Cinnamon Dessert, Cream Cheese Icing Bars, Easy Breakfast Bars, Sweet Snack Bars