Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars

These Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars are soft, buttery dessert bars packed with warm cinnamon-sugar flavor, inspired by gourmet cinnamon rolls and cinnamon roll blondies. Easy to make and perfect for breakfast, dessert, or snacking, this cinnamon roll bars recipe is ideal for anyone looking for creative cinnamon roll dessert ideas without the hassle of yeast.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

For the Bars
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup unsalted butter melted
1 cup brown sugar
¼ cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For the Cinnamon Swirl
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Optional Toppings
Cream cheese glaze
Fresh or frozen blueberries

Method

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 or 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate large bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
Gradually stir in the dry ingredients just until a smooth batter forms.
In a small bowl, mix cinnamon and sugar for the swirl.
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
Sprinkle cinnamon-sugar mixture over the batter and gently swirl with a knife.
Optional: Sprinkle blueberries evenly over the top or gently fold them into the batter.
Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the center is set and a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
Allow bars to cool completely before slicing. Drizzle with glaze if desired.

Notes

Do not overbake to keep the bars soft and moist.

Blueberries add a flavor similar to blueberry breakfast bars or blueberry granola bars.

Cream cheese glaze enhances the gourmet cinnamon rolls flavor.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for 5 days.

Bars freeze well for up to 2 months.