Cinnamon Roll Cookie Bars
Indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistible Cinnamon Roll Cookie Bars, the perfect fusion of cinnamon rolls and soft-baked cookies. Featuring a buttery cookie base with a rich cinnamon-sugar filling, these dessert bars are layered with flavor and crowned with a luscious cream cheese glaze that melts in your mouth. With only 20 minutes of prep time, this easy-to-make recipe brings the comforting flavors of a classic cinnamon roll into a quick, shareable treat. Perfect for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or a cozy dessert at home, these cookie bars are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Enjoy the warm notes of cinnamon and the creamy glaze in every bite—your favorite cinnamon roll just got a decadent upgrade!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 170 grams unsalted butter
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 100 grams light brown sugar
- 2 pieces large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 115 grams softened cream cheese
- 120 grams powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon (for filling)
- 50 grams brown sugar (for filling)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease or line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
Spread half of the cookie dough evenly in the prepared baking pan.
In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar (50 grams) and 1.5 teaspoons of ground cinnamon for the filling.
Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the layer of cookie dough.
Dollop the remaining cookie dough on top in small spoonfuls, then spread gently to cover the filling layer as evenly as possible.
Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes or until the edges are golden and the center is set.
While the bars are baking, prepare the glaze by whisking together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth and drizzleable.
Allow the cookie bars to cool completely, then drizzle the cream cheese glaze over the top.
Slice into squares or bars and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4559 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 200.0 g | 256% | |
| Saturated Fat | 113.4 g | 567% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 874 mg | 291% | |
| Sodium | 2222 mg | 97% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 677.6 g | 246% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.7 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 473.3 g | ||
| Protein | 48.6 g | 97% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.3 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 443 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 15.4 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 863 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
