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Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars

Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars

Soft, cinnamon-packed dessert bars with the cozy flavor of cinnamon rolls, finished with a smooth vanilla glaze. Perfect for brunch, holidays, or an easy crowd-pleasing dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 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 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • 2 tbsp milk (for frosting)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or hand mixer
  • whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
  3. Add eggs, sour cream, and vanilla extract. Mix until fully combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined.
  6. Spread batter evenly into prepared pan and bake 25–30 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Allow bars to cool completely. Whisk frosting ingredients until smooth and spread over cooled bars.
  8. Slice into bars and serve.

Notes

  • Bars firm up as they cool, so avoid overbaking
  • Frost only when fully cooled to maintain texture
  • Can be served warm or chilled depending on preference
  • Ideal for holidays, brunch tables, and dessert trays