Best 11 Easy Cinnamon Bars Recipes

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If you are looking for a simple yet delicious treat, look no further than easy cinnamon bars. These sweet and gooey squares are sure to be a hit with family and friends alike. With a buttery shortbread crust and a cinnamon-sugar filling, these bars are the perfect combination of flavors and textures. They are also incredibly easy to make, requiring only a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time. Whether it's a potluck, a bake sale, or just a weeknight treat, these easy cinnamon bars are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

CINNAMON SUGAR CHEESECAKE BARS RECIPE BY TASTY



Cinnamon Sugar Cheesecake Bars Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: crescent dough, cream cheese, egg, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Desserts

Yield 12 bars

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tubes crescent dough
16 oz cream cheese
1 egg
1 cup sugar, divided
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 tablespoons cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
  • In a bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Then, add half of the sugar, egg, and vanilla, and beat until smooth.
  • Roll out crescent dough and pinch the seams together.
  • Next, in a small bowl, mix the remaining half of the sugar with the cinnamon.
  • In a greased 9×13-inch (33x23 cm) baking dish, sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar.
  • Lay down one crescent dough rectangle. Spread on cream cheese filling. Top with the other crescent dough rectangle, and sprinkle on the remaining cinnamon sugar.
  • Bake 30 minutes. Cool completely, then cut into 12 squares.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 201 calories, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 13 grams

APPLE CINNAMON OATMEAL BARS RECIPE BY TASTY



Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Bars Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: apples, sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, flour, old-fashioned oat, brown sugar, baking soda, salt, butter

Provided by Claire Nolan

Categories     Desserts

Yield 12 bars

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 apples, thinly sliced
¼ cup sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon cinnamon
2 cups flour
2 cups old-fashioned oat
1 cup brown sugar
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup butter, melted

Steps:

  • Remove the core and thinly slice apples.
  • Place apple slices in a large bowl and gently mix in sugar, cornstarch, and cinnamon. Set aside.
  • Preheat oven to 350˚F (180˚C).
  • In another bowl, combine flour, oats, brown sugar, baking soda, salt, and butter. Mix until crumbly.
  • Line a 9x13-inch (23x33 cm) baking dish with parchment paper and pour ⅔ of the oats mixture in the bottom of the pan, pressing firmly to pack it down to make a crust.
  • Pour apples over the crust and spread in an even layer. Pour the remaining oat mixture over the top and spread evenly.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • Cool completely before cutting.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 371 calories, Carbohydrate 58 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 21 grams

HONEY CINNAMON BARS



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My Aunt Ellie gave us the recipe for these sweet bar cookies with cinnamon and walnuts. Drizzle with icing, and serve with coffee or tea. -Diane Myers, Star, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup sugar
3/4 cup canola oil
1/4 cup honey
1 large egg, room temperature
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
GLAZE:
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 to 2 tablespoons water
Additional toasted chopped walnuts, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat sugar, oil, honey and egg until well blended. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt; gradually beat into sugar mixture. Stir in 1 cup walnuts., Spread into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake until golden brown (edges will puff up), 10-12 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack., For glaze, in a small bowl, mix confectioners' sugar, mayonnaise, vanilla and enough water to reach desired consistency; spread over top. If desired, sprinkle with additional walnuts. Let stand until set. Cut into bars. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206 calories, Fat 11g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 86mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CINNAMON CRUNCH BARS



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These tasty bars are wonderful for gift-giving and very easy to make too!

Provided by Susan

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Bar Cookie Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 5

12 cinnamon graham crackers
2 cups chopped walnuts
1 cup butter
1 cup packed brown sugar
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a 10x15 inch jellyroll pan.
  • Arrange cinnamon graham crackers with sides touching in a single layer to cover the bottom of the pan. Sprinkle the walnuts evenly over the crackers. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the brown sugar, butter and cinnamon. Cook stirring constantly until the mixture begins to boil. Continue to boil the syrup for 3 minutes without stirring. Remove from heat and pour over crackers.
  • Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, until bubbly and slightly darker around the edges. Cool completely in the pan. Break into pieces and store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87 calories, Carbohydrate 5.9 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 32.9 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

CHEWY CINNAMON BARS



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The cinnamon flavor's BIG in these bars. I bake them during the holidays to give as gifts to my daughters' teachers.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 egg
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup finely chopped pecans
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add egg; beat well. Combine the flour, cinnamon and salt; add to creamed mixture and beat until smooth. Stir in pecans. Spread into a greased 8-in. square baking pan. , Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cut into small bars while warm; roll in confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 88mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

EASY CINNAMON BARS



Easy Cinnamon Bars image

Homemade bars using on-hand ingredients are as easy as 1, 2, 3.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 42

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup sugar
1 cup butter or margarine, softened
1 egg, separated
2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon water
1/2 cup finely chopped nuts

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease bottom and sides of 15x10x1-inch pan with shortening. In large bowl, mix sugar, butter and egg yolk with spoon. Stir in flour and cinnamon. Press in pan.
  • Beat egg white and water until foamy; brush over dough. Sprinkle with nuts.
  • Bake 18 to 23 minutes or until very light brown. For bars, immediately cut into 7 rows by 6 rows. Cool in pan on wire rack, at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 30 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g

CINNAMON BARS



Cinnamon Bars image

If you are a cinnamon fan or just looking for a tasty seasonal dessert, then you need to bake up a batch of these Cinnamon Bars. They are flavorful, chewy, and so simple to make!

Provided by Michael Wurm, Jr.

Categories     Dessert

Time 43m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups packed brown sugar
2/3 cup butter
2 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon butter (melted)
Pinch Kosher salt

Steps:

  • Begin by preheating your oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper. Spray with baking spray and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, ground cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  • In a medium saucepan, add the butter and brown sugar. Cook and stir until the butter is melted and the mixture is smooth. Remove from the heat and allow to cool slightly. Stir in the eggs and vanilla extract.
  • Add this mixture to the flour mixture and stir until combined.
  • Spread the batter in the prepared baking pan. Bake for 24-28 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
  • For the topping:
  • In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar, cinnamon, and pinch of kosher salt.
  • While the bars are still warm, brush them evenly with the melted butter, then sprinkle with the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  • Allow to cool completely before slicing and serving.
  • Pack and store leftovers in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 28 mg, Sodium 113 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 20 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CINNAMON COFFEE BARS



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This is a quick and easy bar. It has raisins and nuts in it. Great with a hot cup of coffee or even a cold glass of milk. My daughter likes them as an after school snack. Cut into bars and frost while still warm with confectioners' sugar glaze or let them cool and frost with cream cheese icing.

Provided by Debbie Borsick

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Bar Cookie Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 11

¼ cup shortening, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 egg
½ cup hot coffee
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup raisins
¼ cup chopped nuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 13x9-inch baking dish.
  • Beat shortening and brown sugar with an electric mixer in a large bowl until smooth. Blend egg into the shortening mixture. Add hot coffee and stir.
  • Sift flour, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt together in a separate bowl; stir into the shortening mixture. Fold raisins and chopped nuts into the batter; spread into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 18 to 20 minutes. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 123.4 calories, Carbohydrate 21.7 g, Cholesterol 9.3 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 90.6 mg, Sugar 13.5 g

CINNAMON BUN BARS



Cinnamon Bun Bars image

Looking for a cinnamon bar made with Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ butter recipe yellow cake mix? Then check out this bar recipe.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h40m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ butter recipe yellow cake mix
1/3 cup butter, melted
1 tablespoon milk
2 eggs
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup butter, melted
3/4 cup chopped pecans
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/3 cup caramel topping

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Grease or spray 13x9-inch pan.
  • In large bowl, beat cake mix, 1/3 cup butter, the milk and eggs with electric mixer on medium speed about 1 minute or until blended. Spread evenly in pan.
  • Bake 8 minutes. Meanwhile, in medium bowl, mix brown sugar, 1/3 cup butter, the pecans and cinnamon. Crumble sugar mixture on partially baked crust to within 1/2 inch of edges. Drizzle caramel topping over sugar mixture to within 1/2 inch of edges.
  • Bake 23 to 26 minutes longer (25 to 28 minutes for dark or nonstick pan) or until golden brown and slightly puffed throughout. Loosen edges with knife. Cool 30 minutes. Serve warm or cool. For bars, cut into 6 rows by 4 rows. Store covered.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 190 mg, Sugar 17 g, TransFat 0 g

CHEWY CINNAMON BARS



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This recipe is from Taste of Home. This is a good dessert recipe that is easy to whip up because it has all the ingredients that are usually in everyone's cabinet.

Provided by beckerd

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 40m

Yield 36 bars

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 egg
1/2 cup flour
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup finely chopped pecans
powdered sugar, sifted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add egg, beat well.
  • Combine flour, cinnamon, and salt in a separate bowl.
  • Add to creamed mixture and beat until smooth.
  • Stir in pecans.
  • Spread into a greased 8" square pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes or until done.
  • Cut into squares while warm.
  • Sprinkle sifted powdered sugar and extra ground cinnamon over tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 73.6, Fat 4.9, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 12.7, Sodium 36.3, Carbohydrate 7.4, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 5.7, Protein 0.7

CINNAMON RAISIN BARS



Cinnamon Raisin Bars image

Soft, plump raisins layered in a crispy crunchy crust and drizzled with sweet cinnamon icing. My Mom made these yummy bars often over the years. They are absolutely delicious and deceptively easy! Craisins and/or golden raisins make great additions to the standard raisin filling.

Provided by Mercy

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 1h5m

Yield 18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup butter
1 cup brown sugar
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups rolled oats
2 tablespoons water (divided)
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 cup water
2 cups raisins
1 cup powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon milk (1 to 2)

Steps:

  • Combine the raisin filling ingredients in a saucepan and heat over medium heat until the raisins are plump and the liquid has almost completely evaporated (about 10 minutes).
  • While the raisin filling is heating, cream the butter and brown sugar together, mix in the dry ingredients and 1 tablespoon of water (it will be very crumbly).
  • Press half of the mixture (about 2 cups) firmly into the bottom of a greased 9"x13" pan and spread with the raisin filling.
  • Mix 1 tablespoon of water with the remaining crumbs and scatter over the raisin filling.
  • Bake at 350°F for 35 minutes and then cool slightly.
  • Mix together the cinnamon icing, adding enough milk to make a drizzling consistency, drizzle over the top and cut into squares.

Tips:

  • Use fresh cinnamon: Freshly ground cinnamon will give your bars the best flavor. If you don't have fresh cinnamon on hand, you can use ground cinnamon, but be sure to use a little less, as it can be more potent.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter can make your bars tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the bars until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This will ensure that the bars are cooked through.
  • Let the bars cool completely before frosting them: This will help the frosting to set properly.
  • Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days: You can also store the bars in the freezer for up to 2 months.

Conclusion:

Cinnamon bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They're perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dessert, and they're also a great way to use up leftover cinnamon. With a few simple ingredients, you can make a batch of cinnamon bars that will be enjoyed by everyone.

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