Description
Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars are a delightful treat combining the ease of a cake mix with the warm, comforting flavors of a cinnamon roll. These bars feature a moist, buttery cake base swirled with a cinnamon and brown sugar filling and topped with a creamy vanilla glaze. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a sweet snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 box yellow cake mix (or any non-pork variety)
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cinnamon Swirl
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
Glaze
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk (or a non-dairy milk alternative)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking. In a large bowl, mix together the yellow cake mix, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until you have a smooth, thick, and spreadable batter. Spread this batter evenly into your prepared baking dish.
- Make the Cinnamon Swirl: In a small bowl, combine the cinnamon and brown sugar. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the cake batter in the baking dish. Using a knife or toothpick, gently swirl the cinnamon-sugar into the batter to create a marbled effect; take care not to overmix, as you want distinct swirls.
- Bake the Bars: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes. Use a toothpick to check doneness by inserting it into the center; it should come out clean. The edges will turn golden, and the top will be slightly firm. Remove from oven and let cool for about 10 minutes in the dish, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Make the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. If the glaze is too thick, add a bit more milk until desired consistency is reached. Drizzle the glaze generously over the cooled bars to finish.
Notes
- You can substitute the yellow cake mix with any flavor or dietary-friendly mix (such as gluten-free or dairy-free) to suit your needs.
- For a dairy-free version, use a non-dairy milk and butter substitute.
- To achieve a deeper cinnamon flavor, you can increase the cinnamon quantity slightly or add a pinch of nutmeg.
- Make sure bars are completely cooled before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting and running off.
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Cinnamon Roll Bars, Dessert Bars, Easy Cinnamon Treat, Cake Mix Recipe, Sweet Snack
