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Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars

Deliciously gooey Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars topped with cream cheese frosting, perfect for any brunch or dessert occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 squares
Course: Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the bars
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened Use high-quality butter for best results.
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup milk Full-fat is recommended.
  • ½ cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
For the frosting
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened Use full-fat cream cheese for best flavor.
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2-3 tablespoons milk Add until desired spreading consistency.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing well.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, alternating with milk, and mix until just combined.
  4. Spread half of the batter into the prepared baking pan.
Making the cinnamon mixture
  1. In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar and ground cinnamon. Add melted butter and stir until well combined.
  2. Drop spoonfuls of the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the base batter.
  3. Add the remaining batter on top. Use a knife to swirl the cinnamon mixture throughout the batter, creating a marbled effect.
Baking
  1. Bake the Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Allow the bars to cool completely on a wire rack.
Making the frosting
  1. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth.
  2. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  3. Gradually add milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the frosting reaches a spreadable consistency.
Serving
  1. Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars.
  2. Cut the bars into squares and serve.

Notes

These bars can be baked ahead of time and stored in a sealed container for up to 3 days. To freeze, wrap unfrosted bars tightly and freeze for up to 2 months; thaw before frosting.