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Delightful Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars Recipe

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  • Author: Andria
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 bars 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delight in these Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars, a perfect blend of tender, buttery dough layered with a cinnamon-sugar swirl and topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting. These bars capture all the delightful flavors of a classic cinnamon roll in an easy-to-make, portable treat perfect for breakfast or dessert.

Ingredients

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Dough

  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Cinnamon Sugar Filling

  • 1/2 cup (100g) packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup (57g) unsalted butter, melted

Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 4 ounces (113g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup (57g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups (240g) powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy removal.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.
  3. Incorporate Butter: Cut in the cold, cubed unsalted butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces of butter distributed throughout.
  4. Add Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the buttermilk and vanilla extract. Pour this liquid mixture into the dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Press Dough: Transfer the dough to the prepared baking pan and press it evenly to form the base layer.
  6. Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, combine the packed brown sugar and ground cinnamon, mixing well.
  7. Assemble Filling: Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the pressed dough in the pan. Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture solidly over the buttered base to ensure it sticks well.
  8. Bake: Place the baking pan in the oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely in the pan.
  9. Make Frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy. Gradually add in the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract, beating until the frosting is smooth and spreadable.
  10. Frost and Serve: Spread the prepared cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled bars. Cut into squares or rectangles, then serve and enjoy your delightful cinnamon roll bliss bars.

Notes

  • Using cold butter for the dough helps create a tender and flaky texture.
  • Make sure the bars are completely cool before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • For a stronger cinnamon flavor, you can increase the cinnamon in the filling to 3 tablespoons.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • These bars can also be frozen for up to 2 months; thaw before frosting and serving.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: cinnamon roll bars, cinnamon bliss bars, cream cheese frosting bars, easy dessert bars, cinnamon sugar bars

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