Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars

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Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars

These Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars are a quick and easy dessert that captures the gooey, spiced magic of cinnamon rolls without the proofing time. Perfect for busy days when you need a sweet treat in a fraction of the time.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Total Time 40

Servings: 16 bars

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

Base

1 cup unsalted butter melted
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup granulated sugar
2 eggs room temperature
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups all purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt

Cinnamon Swirl

2 tbsp butter melted
2 tbsp brown sugar
2 tbsp cinnamon

Cream Cheese Frosting

8 oz cream cheese softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 tbsp milk

Equipment

9x9-inch baking pan,
- Mixing bowls
Butter knife
oven

Method

Prepare the Base

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a 9x9 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a little overhang on the sides.
In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and both sugars until the mixture looks like wet sand.
Add the eggs and vanilla extract, beating until the batter looks glossy and smooth.
Gently fold in the flour, baking powder, and salt until the last streak of flour disappears.

Create the Cinnamon Swirl

In a separate small bowl, mix the melted butter, extra brown sugar, and cinnamon.
Spread the main batter into the prepared pan.
Drop spoonfuls of the cinnamon mixture on top of the batter.
Using a butter knife, swirl the cinnamon mixture into the batter.

Bake and Frost

Place the pan in the oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the center slightly jiggles.
While the bars are cooling, whip the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth.
Spread the cream cheese frosting over the warm bars.
Let the bars cool completely before slicing into 16 bars.

Notes

These Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will stay fresh for up to 5 days. For longer storage, you can freeze individual bars wrapped in parchment paper and plastic wrap. To reheat, place a bar in the microwave for 10 to 15 seconds.