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Essential for baking and serving the bars Recipe

Essential for baking and serving the bars Recipe
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Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars offer the rich, warm flavor of classic cinnamon rolls in an easy-to-make bar form. Featuring a soft yellow cake base swirled with cinnamon and brown sugar, and topped with a creamy glaze, these bars are perfect for breakfast, dessert, or any cozy occasion.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

  • 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

  1. Preheat the Oven: 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 after baking.
  2. Mix the Cake Batter: In a large bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and well-combined, creating a thick but spreadable batter.
  3. Spread the Batter: Evenly spread the batter into the prepared baking dish, ensuring a uniform layer.
  4. Make the Cinnamon Swirl: In a small bowl, combine the cinnamon and brown sugar. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the cake batter in the pan.
  5. Swirl the Mixture: Use a knife or toothpick to gently swirl the cinnamon-sugar mixture into the batter, taking care not to overmix to maintain distinct swirl patterns.
  6. Bake the Bars: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, and the edges turn golden with a slightly firm top.
  7. Cool: Let the bars cool in the baking dish for about 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Make the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Adjust consistency by adding more milk if needed.
  9. Glaze the Bars: Drizzle the glaze evenly over the cooled bars, ensuring every piece is generously coated.

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter for better mixing and a smoother batter.
  • Avoid overmixing when swirling the cinnamon to maintain distinct cinnamon roll patterns.
  • Bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • For a less sweet option, reduce or omit the glaze.
  • These bars freeze well unglazed for up to 2 months; thaw before glazing and serving.
  • Use parchment paper in the baking dish for easy removal of bars.
  • Experiment with additional toppings like chopped nuts or a drizzle of caramel for extra flavor.

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Keywords: Cinnamon Roll Bars, Cinnamon Swirl Bars, Easy Breakfast Bars, Sweet Breakfast Treat, Cinnamon Dessert Bars, Yellow Cake Mix Recipes

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