Description

These Amazing Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars combine all the best flavors of cinnamon rolls into an easy-to-make bar dessert. Featuring a soft, buttery dough layered with a cinnamon-sugar filling and topped with a rich cream cheese glaze, these bars are perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a special treat any time of day.

Ingredients

Scale

Dough

2 1/2 cups (300g) all-purpose flour
1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking powder

Filling

3/4 cup (150g) brown sugar
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon

Glaze

4 ounces (115g) cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons milk

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal.
Prepare Dough Base: In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup of softened butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time until fully incorporated, then stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add 2 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon of baking powder to the wet ingredients. Mix gently until just combined; avoid overmixing to keep the dough tender.
Make Cinnamon Filling: In a small bowl, combine 3/4 cup brown sugar with 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon thoroughly to form the cinnamon-sugar filling.
Assemble Bars: Spread half of the dough evenly into the prepared pan. Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the dough layer. Then, gently spread the remaining half of the dough over the filling. It’s fine if the top layer is a bit uneven.
Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Remove from oven and allow the bars to cool completely before glazing.
Prepare Glaze: Beat together 4 ounces cream cheese, 2 tablespoons softened butter, 1 cup powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons milk until the glaze is smooth and creamy.
Glaze and Serve: Spread the cream cheese glaze generously over the cooled bars. Slice into squares and serve. Enjoy your delicious cinnamon roll bliss bars!

Notes

Make sure the bars are completely cooled before glazing to prevent the cream cheese glaze from melting and becoming runny.
You can substitute the all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour if you want a gluten-free version, but results may vary slightly.
For a dairy-free version, use vegan butter and cream cheese alternatives and plant-based milk.
Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze for longer storage.
To make slicing cleaner, wipe your knife blade between cuts.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert, Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar (approx. 1/12 of recipe)
Calories: 310 kcal
Sugar: 23 g
Sodium: 135 mg
Fat: 18 g
Saturated Fat: 10 g
Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 35 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 3 g
Cholesterol: 55 mg

Keywords: Cinnamon rolls, cinnamon bars, cream cheese glaze, dessert bars, breakfast bars, cinnamon sugar, easy baked goods