Description
Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars are a delightful twist on classic cinnamon rolls, combining a soft, spiced cinnamon batter with a buttery swirl topping and a sweet vanilla glaze. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a comforting dessert, these bars are easy to prepare and bake in just 45 minutes.
Ingredients
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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
- Additional cinnamon and sugar for topping mixture
- Butter (amount for cinnamon swirl topping, approx. 2 tablespoons melted)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined to distribute the flavors evenly.
- Melt Butter: Melt the unsalted butter in a microwave-safe bowl and allow it to cool slightly so it doesn’t cook the eggs when added.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Add the melted butter to the dry ingredients, then mix in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, stirring until just combined to avoid overmixing.
- Prepare Batter: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly with a spatula for uniform thickness.
- Create Cinnamon Swirl Topping: Mix additional melted butter with sugar and cinnamon until crumbly, then sprinkle this cinnamon swirl topping evenly over the batter to replicate the cinnamon roll effect.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the bars are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating doneness.
- Cool Completely: Remove the bars from the oven and let them cool completely in the pan to set before glazing.
- Make and Apply Glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract to create a smooth glaze. Drizzle or spread the glaze evenly over the cooled bars before cutting and serving.
Notes
- You can substitute milk with any plant-based milk if desired for a dairy-free option.
- For a richer flavor, consider adding a cream cheese icing instead of the vanilla glaze.
- Make sure the bars cool completely before adding glaze to prevent melting and sliding.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Reheat individual bars briefly in the microwave to enjoy warm, similar to fresh cinnamon rolls.
