Name: Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened; 1 1/2 cups packed light brown sugar; 2 large eggs; 2 tsp vanilla extract; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 tsp baking powder; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/3 cup granulated sugar; 1 tbsp ground cinnamon; 4 oz cream cheese, softened; 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened; 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1–2 tbsp milk (adjust for desired consistency)

Description

These Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars are a delightful twist on classic cinnamon rolls, offering all the cozy flavors you love in a soft, chewy bar. Swirled with buttery cinnamon sugar and topped with a luscious vanilla glaze, they’re perfect for breakfast, dessert, or anytime you crave something sweet and comforting.

Ingredients

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For the Bars:

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
1 1/2 cups packed light brown sugar
2 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt

For the Cinnamon Swirl:

1/3 cup granulated sugar
1 tbsp ground cinnamon

For the Glaze:

4 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1–2 tbsp milk (adjust for desired consistency)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs and vanilla extract. Beat until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan.
In a small bowl, mix sugar and cinnamon for the swirl. Sprinkle over the batter.
Use a knife to swirl the cinnamon sugar through the batter in a figure-eight motion.
Bake for 22–25 minutes or until the edges are golden and the center is just set.
Let the bars cool completely in the pan before glazing.
For the glaze, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk. Beat until creamy.
Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bars. Let set before slicing. Serve and enjoy.

Notes

Let the bars cool completely before adding the glaze to avoid melting.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or 5 days in the refrigerator.
Add chopped walnuts or pecans to the cinnamon swirl for a crunchy twist.
You can freeze the bars after baking. Wrap well and store for up to 1 month. Thaw before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes