Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavor of Cinnamon Roll Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting, a delightful twist on the classic cinnamon roll. These easy-to-make bars encapsulate all the beloved tastes of cinnamon rolls in a convenient bar format, making them perfect for brunches, gatherings, or simply treating yourself at home. The rich cream cheese frosting adds a luscious touch to each square, elevating these bars to a new level of deliciousness. Enjoy them fresh or store leftovers for later; they keep well in the refrigerator!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick, melted)
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup light brown sugar (packed)
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 to 3 teaspoons cinnamon (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 6 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- cinnamon (for garnishing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with aluminum foil and spray it with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, add the melted butter and heat it until fully melted, about 1 minute on high power.
- Allow the melted butter to cool slightly before adding: Add the egg, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Whisk until smooth.
- Add the flour and salt into the mixture: Stir until just combined; do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into your prepared pan: Smooth out the top with a spatula as needed. Bake for about 20 to 24 minutes until set in the center. A toothpick should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- While blondies cool: In a large bowl or stand mixer, combine cream cheese, softened butter, confectioners’ sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Beat until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Once cooled: Spread frosting evenly over blondies using a spatula or knife. You may have some frosting left over if you prefer less.
- Sprinkle cinnamon over the frosted bars: Slice into squares and serve. Store leftovers airtight at room temperature for up to 4 days or in the fridge for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 24 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg