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Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars Recipe

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Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars are soft, fluffy bars bursting with the warm flavors of cinnamon and vanilla, topped with a creamy cream cheese icing. These bars are perfect for a sweet breakfast treat or an indulgent snack, offering the delightful taste of cinnamon rolls in an easy-to-make bar form.

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
  • 1/4 cup milk (room temperature)
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Icing

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

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Oven and Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish to ensure the bars don’t stick during baking.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This incorporates air into the batter for a soft texture.
  3. Add Eggs and Flavors: Beat in the eggs one at a time to fully incorporate them, followed by stirring in the milk and vanilla extract to add moisture and flavor.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and spices.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined to avoid overworking the batter which can make the bars tough.
  6. Pour Batter and Bake: Pour the batter into the greased baking dish, smoothing the top evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Prepare the Icing: While the bars cool slightly, mix together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and milk until you achieve a smooth and creamy icing.
  8. Finish and Serve: Drizzle the cream cheese icing evenly over the cooled bars. Slice into squares and serve to enjoy a delicious cinnamon roll-inspired treat.

Notes

  • Ensure all ingredients like butter, eggs, milk, and cream cheese are at room temperature for smoother mixing and better texture.
  • Do not overmix the batter once the dry ingredients are added to keep the bars tender.
  • You can substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend to make this recipe gluten-free.
  • Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate to keep the cream cheese icing fresh longer.
  • For a stronger cinnamon flavor, sprinkle a little extra cinnamon on the batter before baking.

Keywords: Cinnamon roll bars, cinnamon bliss bars, cream cheese icing bars, easy breakfast bars, cinnamon dessert