Description
Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars are a delightful treat that combines the sweet, spicy flavors of classic cinnamon rolls into an easy-to-make bar form. These bars feature a soft, cakey base with a cinnamon sugar swirl topping and a smooth vanilla glaze, perfect for breakfast or an indulgent snack.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Bars:
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
- 1 tablespoon Ground Cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- ½ cup (1 stick) Unsalted Butter, melted
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup Powdered Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- ½ teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to ensure the bars do not stick during baking.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt until evenly mixed and well combined.
- Melt Butter: Melt the unsalted butter in a microwave-safe bowl and let it cool slightly to prevent cooking the eggs when mixed.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: Add the melted butter to the dry ingredients. Then, mix in the eggs one at a time along with the vanilla extract until just combined, forming the batter.
- Pour Batter into Pan: Pour the prepared batter into the greased baking dish and spread it out evenly with a spatula for consistent baking.
- Add Cinnamon Swirl Topping: For the topping, mix additional melted butter with sugar and cinnamon until crumbly and sprinkle this mixture evenly over the batter to create the signature swirl.
- Bake the Bars: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, indicating doneness.
- Cool and Glaze: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, spread the glaze made by mixing powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract evenly over the top to finish.
Notes
- Ensure the melted butter is cool before adding to eggs to prevent scrambling.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the bars tender and soft.
- Use full-fat milk for a richer glaze or substitute with almond milk for a dairy-free option.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- These bars can be reheated slightly in the microwave for a warm, fresh-baked experience.
