Description

Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert inspired by the flavors of classic cinnamon rolls. Made with a simple yellow cake mix base swirled with a cinnamon and brown sugar filling, then topped with a creamy powdered sugar glaze, these bars offer the perfect combination of sweet, spiced, and buttery goodness in every bite. Perfect for a quick treat or a comforting dessert.

Ingredients

Scale

Base:

1 box yellow cake mix (or any non-pork variety)
1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Cinnamon Swirl:

1 tablespoon cinnamon
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed

Glaze:

1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 tablespoon milk (or a non-dairy milk alternative)
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Prepare the Base: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the bars. In a large bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until the batter is smooth and thick but spreadable. Spread this batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.
Make the Cinnamon Swirl: In a small bowl, combine the cinnamon and brown sugar. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the cake batter. Using a knife or a toothpick, gently swirl the cinnamon-sugar mixture into the batter with a few strokes to create the characteristic cinnamon roll effect without overmixing.
Bake the Bars: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes. The bars are done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, the edges are golden, and the top feels slightly firm to the touch. Remove from oven and allow the bars to cool in the baking dish for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Make the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Adjust the consistency by adding a bit more milk if necessary. Drizzle the glaze generously over the cooled bars, ensuring every piece is topped with this delicious finishing touch.

Notes

You can use dairy-free or egg-free yellow cake mixes to make this recipe vegan-friendly.
Make sure not to over-swirl the cinnamon mixture into the batter; light swirls create the best visual and flavor effect.
For a stronger cinnamon flavor, you may increase the cinnamon quantity to 1.5 tablespoons.
The glaze can be thickened or thinned by adjusting the powdered sugar or milk slightly based on preference.
Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Cinnamon Roll Bars, Cinnamon Bliss Bars, Easy Cinnamon Dessert, Cake Mix Dessert, Glazed Cinnamon Bars