Best 3 Cinnamon Roll Bars Recipes

Indulge in the irresistible aroma of freshly baked cinnamon roll bars, a delightful treat that combines the best of both worlds – the gooey, cinnamon-sugar filling of classic cinnamon rolls and the convenience of a bar cookie. These delectable bars are perfect for any occasion, whether it's a cozy brunch with loved ones, a festive holiday gathering, or simply a sweet craving that needs satisfying. With their tender, fluffy dough, generous swirls of cinnamon sugar, and decadent cream cheese frosting, these cinnamon roll bars will leave you craving more.

This comprehensive article features two tempting recipes for cinnamon roll bars: a classic version that stays true to the traditional flavors we all know and love, and a unique overnight cinnamon roll bar recipe that offers a convenient make-ahead option for busy bakers. Both recipes are accompanied by step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and stunning photos to guide you through the baking process and ensure perfect results every time.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CINNAMON ROLL CAKE BARS

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Cinnamon rolls aren't always for breakfast! These blondies transform one of our favorite morning treats to a dessert that can be enjoyed any time of day.

Provided by Annalise Sandberg

Categories Dessert

Time 1h40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ cake mix yellow
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 egg
1/3 cup milk
1/3 cup light or dark brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 tablespoons butter, melted
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup butter, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
Pinch salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
2 to 3 tablespoons milk

Steps:

Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray, or line with cooking parchment paper.
In large bowl, mix blondie bar ingredients. Batter will be very thick. Spread evenly in pan.
In small bowl, mix cinnamon swirl ingredients. Drop by spoonfuls on top of batter in pan. Use knife to swirl some into batter.
Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until edges are golden brown and center is dry. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
In medium bowl, beat cream cheese frosting ingredients with electric mixer on medium speed, using enough milk to make a thick and fluffy frosting. Spread on top of blondies. Cut into 4 rows by 3 rows.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 56 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 380 mg, Sugar 42 g, TransFat 0 g

CINNAMON ROLL COOKIE BARS

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These are delicious and took second place in a baking competition at work. Big thanks to Shelly of Cookies & Cups for this tasty creation.

Provided by Debbwl

Categories Bar Cookie

Time 40m

Yield 1 9x13 pan

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

15 1/4 ounces vanilla cake mix
3 ounces vanilla pudding mix, Cook and Serve not instant (box that serves 4)
3/4 cup butter, melted
1/2 cup light brown sugar
2 eggs
1 tablespoon water
2 tablespoons cinnamon
8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
1/4 cup butter, room temperature
5 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
2 teaspoons cinnamon

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°.
Spray 9x13 baking dish with cooking spray, set aside.
In large bowl combine all ingredients for the bars. Stir until there are no lumps.
Spread into prepared baking dish and bake 20-30 minutes until edges are golden.
Let cool completely before frosting (let mine sit 2 hours).
Frosting:.
In mixing bowl beat together cream cheese and butter until smooth. Slowly add the powdered sugar and continue beating for 1-2 minutes until smooth and creamy.
Spread on cooled bars.
Sprinkle cinnamon sugar on top for garnish, I used a sieve to create just a light dusting.
Cut into squares when ready to serve.
Notes:.
Store chilled because of the frosting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 7605, Fat 322.3, SaturatedFat 171.2, Cholesterol 1118.6, Sodium 5920.5, Carbohydrate 1166.7, Fiber 16.3, Sugar 972.3, Protein 48.2

CINNAMON ROLL CHEESECAKE BARS RECIPE - (4.2/5)

Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake Bars Recipe - (4.2/5) image

Provided by carvalhohm

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

CRUST:
2 cups cinnamon graham crackers, finely crushed
1/3 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup brown sugar
CHEESECAKE:
2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened to room temp
2/3 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup sour cream
CINNAMON SWIRL:
1 cup brown sugar
1/4 all-purpose flour
2 to 3 tablespoons ground cinnamon
6 tablespoons butter

Steps:

Preheat oven to 325°F. Line an 8x8-inch pan with foil, extending the sides of the foil over the edges of the pan. Spray the foil with cooking spray; set aside. In a medium bowl, stir together the cinnamon graham crumbs, melted butter and brown sugar together until completely moistened. Press the mixture evenly along the bottom of the pan and bake for approx. 10 to 12 minutes or until golden. Remove from the oven but keep the oven on. While crust bakes, prepare your cheesecake. In the bowl of a stand mixer, cream together the cream cheese and sugar until fluffy, about 1 minute. Add in the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition, followed by the vanilla. Lastly, beat in the sour cream. Set mixture aside. Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan over a low heat, melt the butter. Stir in the brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon, stirring until smooth. Set aside. This should be a paste-like texture. Spread half of the cheesecake mixture into the prepared crust. Top with half of the cinnamon sugar mixture. I like to draw lines with the cinnamon sugar mixture into the cheesecake and then swirl them together with a butter knife. Top with remaining cheesecake, then remaining cinnamon sugar mixture, swirling together. Bake for approx. 35 to 40 minutes or until cheesecake is set and the center is just a little jiggly. Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Tips:

For the best results, use fresh, active dry yeast. Old or inactive yeast will not produce enough gas to make the cinnamon roll bars light and fluffy.
Make sure the milk is warm, but not hot. Hot milk will kill the yeast and prevent it from working.
Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the cinnamon roll bars tough.
Let the dough rise in a warm place until it has doubled in size. This will take about an hour.
When rolling out the dough, make sure it is not too thin. The dough should be about 1/4-inch thick.
Spread the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the dough. Too much cinnamon sugar will make the cinnamon roll bars too sweet, and too little will make them bland.
Roll the dough up tightly and pinch the edges to seal them. This will prevent the cinnamon sugar mixture from leaking out.
Cut the cinnamon roll bars into even pieces. This will help them bake evenly.
Bake the cinnamon roll bars in a preheated oven until they are golden brown. This will take about 20-25 minutes.

Conclusion:

Cinnamon roll bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a batch of cinnamon roll bars that will be the hit of your next party or gathering. So what are you waiting for? Get baking!