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Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars Recipe

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These Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars capture all the warm, comforting flavors of classic cinnamon rolls in an easy-to-make, bar form. Soft, tender, and richly spiced with cinnamon, they are topped with a sweet cinnamon sugar sprinkle and finished with a creamy vanilla glaze. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an indulgent snack, these bars are simple to prepare and sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.

Ingredients

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For the Bars

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

For the Frosting

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Cinnamon Sugar Topping

  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan to ensure the bars don’t stick after baking.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes smooth and fluffy, which helps achieve a tender texture in the bars.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the eggs, sour cream, and vanilla extract until everything is fully combined and incorporated, creating a rich batter.
  4. Combine 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 spices.
  5. Mix Dry into Wet: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined to avoid overworking the batter which can make the bars tough.
  6. Spread Batter: Evenly spread the batter into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula for uniform thickness.
  7. Add Cinnamon Sugar Topping: In a small bowl, combine ground cinnamon and granulated sugar, then sprinkle this mixture evenly over the batter to create a sweet and spicy crust.
  8. Bake: Bake the bars in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, indicating they are fully cooked but still moist inside.
  9. Cool: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack to ensure the frosting does not melt when applied.
  10. Prepare Frosting and Frost: Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a bowl until the frosting is smooth and creamy, then spread it evenly over the cooled bars for a luscious finish.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
  • For enhanced texture and flavor, add chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts, or raisins into the batter before baking.
  • These bars freeze well for up to 2 months; thaw completely before serving to enjoy their full flavor and texture.

Keywords: Cinnamon Roll Bars, Cinnamon Bars, Sweet Bars, Cinnamon Sugar Bars, Breakfast Bars, Easy Dessert, Vanilla Frosting Bars

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