Dessert

Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars Recipe

ByZoe Lane February 8, 2026February 8, 2026

Introduction

These Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars bring all the warm, sweet flavors of a cinnamon roll into a convenient bar form. Soft, swirled with cinnamon sugar, and topped with luscious cream cheese frosting, they’re perfect for breakfast or a cozy snack.

The image shows two stacked square pieces of a layered dessert. The dessert has three visible layers: a light brown crumbly base, a middle layer with a dark brown cinnamon swirl mixed with creamy white filling, and a top layer of smooth creamy white icing with a drizzle of light brown cinnamon swirl on top. The texture looks soft and slightly moist, with the layers clearly separated. The background is a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

½ cup unsalted butter, softened
½ cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ cup milk
½ cup brown sugar, packed
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
1½ cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-3 tablespoons milk

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
Step 2: In a large bowl, beat the ½ cup softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing well. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients alternately with the milk, mixing until just combined. Spread half of the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
Step 3: In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon. Stir in the melted ¼ cup butter until combined. Drop spoonfuls of this cinnamon-sugar mixture over the base batter, then spread the remaining batter on top. Use a knife to swirl the cinnamon mixture through the batter for a marbled effect.
Step 4: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the bars cool completely on a wire rack.
Step 5: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and ¼ cup softened butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing well. Gradually add milk, one tablespoon at a time, until the frosting is spreadable.
Step 6: Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled bars. Cut into squares and serve.

Tips & Variations

For extra gooey bars, add a handful of chopped walnuts or pecans to the cinnamon swirl before baking.
Use Greek yogurt instead of some of the butter in the batter for a lighter texture.
If you prefer a stronger cinnamon flavor, increase the cinnamon in the swirl mixture to 3 tablespoons.

Storage

Store the Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Let them come to room temperature or warm slightly before serving for the best texture. You can also freeze the bars without frosting for up to 3 months and add frosting after thawing.