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Cinnamon Roll Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting

Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth with Cinnamon Roll Bars and Frosting

Delight in easy Cinnamon Roll Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting that capture rich cinnamon flavor without the fuss.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 24 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 4 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bars
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Can substitute with coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 large Egg No substitutes recommended.
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Can replace with granulated sugar for a milder taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use imitation vanilla if necessary.
  • 2 teaspoons Cinnamon Adjust to personal taste.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Whole wheat flour may be used for a denser bar.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Omit for low-sodium recipes.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Light versions can be used.
  • 2 cups Confectioners’ Sugar Adjust for desired sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Additional Vanilla Extract Omit if preferred.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Additional Salt Can be omitted.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon (for garnishing) Optional but recommended.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • Microwave
  • Mixing Bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8x8-inch baking pan lined with foil and lightly sprayed with cooking spray.
  2. Melt unsalted butter in a large microwave-safe bowl, microwaving in short intervals until fully melted.
  3. Whisk in egg, light brown sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until well combined and smooth.
  4. Sift in all-purpose flour and salt, gently folding until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 20-24 minutes until the center is set.
  6. Cool the bars in the pan on a wire rack for at least 90 minutes.
  7. Beat cream cheese and softened butter in a mixing bowl until creamy, then gradually add confectioners’ sugar, additional vanilla extract, and salt.
  8. Once bars are cool, lift them from the pan using foil, spread the cream cheese frosting on top, and dust with cinnamon if desired.
  9. Slice into squares and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 85mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Allow bars to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting. Adjust the cinnamon according to personal taste and consider adding nuts or raisins.

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