Description

Transport yourself to a cozy bakery with these irresistible Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars! Soft, chewy, and swirled with sweet cinnamon sugar, these bars are topped with luscious cream cheese frosting. A perfect treat for brunches, holidays, or a cozy coffee break.

Ingredients

For the bars:

1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
1/4 cup (55g) brown sugar, packed
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

For the cinnamon swirl:

1/3 cup (70g) brown sugar, packed
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

For the cream cheese frosting:

4 oz (113g) cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons (28g) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.
Cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Add egg and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Gradually mix into wet ingredients.
Press dough into pan evenly.
Mix swirl ingredients: brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter. Drop spoonfuls on dough and swirl gently with a knife.
Bake for 22–25 minutes or until golden and set. Cool completely.
Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla; beat until fluffy.
Spread frosting over cooled bars. Cut into squares and enjoy!

Notes

For extra decadence, sprinkle chopped pecans or drizzle caramel over the frosting.
Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.