Chewy Cinnamon Roll Bars
These Chewy Cinnamon Roll Bars are soft, gooey, and packed with warm cinnamon sugar flavor in every bite. Featuring buttery layers, rich cinnamon swirls, and a sweet vanilla glaze, these easy dessert bars deliver all the comforting taste of classic cinnamon rolls without the extra work. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, dessert, or holiday baking, these cinnamon bars are an irresistible treat everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 16 bars
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Cinnamon Filling
- ¼ cup butter, melted
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
For the Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth and combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until fully combined.
- Spread about two-thirds of the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan.
- In a small bowl, stir together the melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon for the filling.
- Drizzle and spread the cinnamon filling evenly over the dough layer.
- Drop spoonfuls of the remaining dough over the filling and gently spread where possible.
- Bake for 28–32 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden and the center is set.
- Allow the bars to cool slightly.
- Whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Drizzle the glaze over the warm bars before slicing and serving.
Notes
Do not overbake to keep the bars soft and chewy.Warm bars slightly before serving for the best gooey texture.Add cream cheese frosting instead of glaze for a richer topping.Saigon cinnamon adds a bold and warm cinnamon flavor.These bars freeze well for easy make-ahead desserts.
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