Description
Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars are a delightful treat combining the flavors of classic cinnamon rolls in an easy-to-make bar form. These soft, tender bars are swirled with cinnamon sugar and topped with a creamy vanilla frosting, making them perfect for breakfast or dessert indulgence.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Topping
- Cinnamon and sugar mixture (quantity not specified but commonly 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon mixed with 2 tablespoons granulated sugar)
Frosting
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan to prepare for baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and fluffy, which helps incorporate air for a tender texture.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the eggs, sour cream, and vanilla extract into the creamed mixture until fully combined and smooth.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and spice.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, folding carefully to avoid overmixing, which keeps the bars tender.
- Spread Batter: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the surface for even baking.
- Add Topping: Mix cinnamon and sugar for the topping in a small bowl (approximately 1 tablespoon cinnamon and 2 tablespoons sugar) and sprinkle it evenly over the batter for a delicious cinnamon swirl effect.
- Bake: Bake the bars for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, indicating they are fully cooked.
- Cool Bars: Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan to set before frosting.
- Prepare Frosting: Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth to create a creamy frosting.
- Frost Bars: Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled bars and serve once the frosting has set slightly.
Notes
- Use room temperature butter and eggs to ensure smooth mixing.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the bars tender and soft.
- For a more intense cinnamon flavor, increase the cinnamon in the topping slightly.
- Allow bars to cool completely before frosting 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.
- These bars can be cut into smaller squares for portion control or sharing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: cinnamon roll bars, cinnamon bliss bars, breakfast bars, cinnamon sugar dessert, vanilla frosting bars
