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Cinnamon Roll Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting

These Cinnamon Roll Bars are SO EASY! Soft, gooey bars topped with rich cream cheese frosting will become your new favorite treat.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

For the Bars:
  • 1 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup light brown sugar packed
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 2 to 3 teaspoons cinnamon to taste
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
  • 6 ounces cream cheese softened (lite okay)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • Cinnamon for garnishing

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk or electric mixer
  • 9x13 Baking Pan
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with butter or line it with parchment paper.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, egg, light brown sugar, and vanilla extract. Whisk until fully blended.
  4. Add the cinnamon, flour, and salt to the wet mixture. Stir until just combined; be careful not to overmix.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. While the bars are baking, prepare the cream cheese frosting. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Gradually add the confectioners' sugar, vanilla extract, and salt, mixing until creamy.
  8. Once the bars are baked, allow them to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the bars.
  9. Sprinkle a little cinnamon on top for garnish.

Notes

  • Use lite cream cheese to reduce fat content.
  • Substitute half of the butter with unsweetened applesauce.
  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.