Description
These Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars combine the comforting flavors of classic cinnamon rolls into a convenient tray bake, perfect for sharing at brunch or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- Two (2) cans (8 counts each) refrigerated cinnamon rolls (with icing packets reserved)
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing the paper to overhang on the sides for easy removal later. Separate the cinnamon rolls from the enclosed icing packets and set the icing aside.
- In a medium bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, and vanilla extract; stir until well blended. Unroll and slightly flatten half (8 rolls) of the cinnamon rolls and press them evenly onto the bottom of the prepared pan to form a cohesive crust layer.
- Pour the butter and brown sugar mixture evenly over the cinnamon roll base. Gently arrange the remaining 8 cinnamon rolls on top of the filling. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
- While the bars are cooling slightly, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, combine the reserved icing packets, cream cheese, and powdered sugar. Whisk vigorously until the glaze is smooth.
- Drizzle the cream cheese glaze liberally over the warm bars, ensuring even coverage. Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting into squares for serving.
Notes
For a special touch, add a pinch of nutmeg to the brown sugar mixture or sprinkle chopped pecans over the top before baking. These bars can be frozen unglazed for up to two months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cinnamon rolls, dessert bars, easy baking, family recipes