Description
Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars combine the soft, buttery richness of cinnamon rolls with a delectable cream cheese swirl, finished with a sweet vanilla glaze. These easy-to-make bars are perfect for satisfying your dessert cravings with a delightful balance of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Base:
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup light brown sugar (packed)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
For the Cream Cheese Swirl:
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Glaze:
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it to ensure the bars do not stick.
- Prepare the Base: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and fluffy. Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until fully combined. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Spread the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan to form an even layer.
- Make the Cream Cheese Swirl: In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese, granulated sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla extract together until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Drop spoonfuls of this cream cheese mixture over the bar base. Using a knife or toothpick, gently swirl the cream cheese mixture into the base to create a marbled effect.
- Bake the Bars: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 25–28 minutes, or until the center is just set and the edges turn a light golden brown. Once baked, remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan.
- Prepare and Add the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and pourable. Drizzle this glaze evenly over the cooled bars. Let the glaze set before slicing into bars for serving.
Notes
- These bars store well in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- For extra indulgence, sprinkle cinnamon sugar over the glaze before it sets or top with chopped pecans.
- Ensure the bars are fully cooled before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting.
- You can use low-fat cream cheese for a lighter version, though the texture may be slightly different.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 28 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
