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Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars

Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars

Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars deliver all the cozy flavors of classic cinnamon rolls in an easy-to-make bar form. With a tender vanilla base, gooey cinnamon filling, and smooth cream cheese frosting, these bars are perfect for dessert, brunch, or special occasions.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp Baking powder
  • 1 tsp Baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Cold and cubed
  • 1 cup Buttermilk
  • 2 tsp Vanilla extract
Cinnamon Filling
  • 1/2 cup Brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp Ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted butter Melted
Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream cheese Softened
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted butter Softened
  • 2 cups Powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp Milk
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Mix the buttermilk and vanilla extract, then add to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  5. Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  6. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and cinnamon. Drizzle melted butter over the dough and sprinkle evenly with the cinnamon mixture.
  7. Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool completely in the pan.
  8. Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract.
  9. Spread frosting over cooled bars and cut into squares before serving.

Notes

For cleaner slices, refrigerate the bars briefly after frosting. These bars can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.