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Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars are a delightful treat!

Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars are soft, gooey, and bursting with warm cinnamon flavor—just like your favorite cinnamon rolls but in an easy-to-make bar form! With a tender, buttery base, a swirl of brown sugar cinnamon, and a sweet vanilla glaze on top, these bars are pure comfort in every bite. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, they’re guaranteed to be a hit wherever you bring them!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 9 -12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup light brown sugar packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the cinnamon swirl:
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
For the glaze:
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg and vanilla extract and mix until fully combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
  5. Spread the dough evenly into the prepared pan.
  6. In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter for the swirl. Drop spoonfuls over the dough, then use a knife or toothpick to gently swirl it through the batter.
  7. Bake for 22–25 minutes, or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean (a few moist crumbs are okay).
  8. Let cool for 10–15 minutes. While the bars are cooling, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract to make the glaze.
  9. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bars. Let it set before slicing into squares and serving.

Notes

  • You can double the recipe and bake it in a 9x13-inch pan for a larger batch—just add a few extra minutes to the bake time.
  • Add chopped pecans or walnuts to the swirl for a nutty crunch.
  • For a cream cheese glaze, substitute milk with 2 tablespoons of softened cream cheese and beat until smooth.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for a longer shelf life.

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