Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars
Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars deliver the warm, buttery flavor of cinnamon rolls with a soft, chewy texture and tangy cream cheese frosting—no yeast or rolling required.
Ingredients
- ¾ cup unsalted butter
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ⅔ cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1½ tsp ground cinnamon
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper or grease lightly with non-stick spray.
- In a large bowl, cream softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar for 2–3 minutes until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet until a soft, thick dough forms.
- Spread dough evenly into the prepared pan using a spatula or clean hands.
- In a small bowl, stir together brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter. Drizzle over the dough. Swirl gently with a butter knife—aim for streaks, not full mixing.
- Bake for 22–25 minutes until the top is golden and set. The center should be firm and edges slightly pulled from the sides. Cool completely in the pan.
- Beat softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla; continue beating until fluffy and spreadable.
- Spread frosting evenly over cooled bars. Chill for at least 30 minutes before slicing into squares.