Description

Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars are a delightful twist on the classic cinnamon roll, made easy with a yellow cake mix base swirled with cinnamon and brown sugar, then topped with a creamy vanilla glaze. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or any occasion where you want a sweet, comforting treat without the fuss of traditional dough-making.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Bars

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

For the 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) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
Mix the Cake Batter: In a large bowl, combine yellow cake mix, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well until smooth and thick but spreadable.
Spread the Batter: Evenly spread the batter into the prepared baking dish, creating an even layer.
Make the Cinnamon Swirl: In a small bowl, mix cinnamon and brown sugar together, then sprinkle it evenly over the batter. Using a knife or toothpick, gently swirl the cinnamon-sugar mixture into the batter without overmixing to create the signature cinnamon roll marbling.
Bake the Bars: Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. The edges should be golden and top slightly firm.
Cool: Allow the bars to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Make the Glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth and creamy. Adjust thickness by adding more milk if needed.
Glaze the Bars: Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bars generously, ensuring each piece is coated for that perfect sweet finish.

Notes

You can substitute dairy or egg-free yellow cake mix if dietary restrictions require.
For extra texture, sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts over the cinnamon swirl before baking.
Serve warm for a soft, gooey treat, or at room temperature for easy slicing.
The glaze can be thickened or thinned by adjusting the powdered sugar or milk quantities.
Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.

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

Keywords: Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars, cinnamon swirl bars, easy cinnamon bars, cake mix cinnamon bars, cinnamon dessert bars, cinnamon roll dessert, quick cinnamon bars