Delicious Cinnamon Cake Bars: A Sweet Treat with a Spicy Twist

These delicious cinnamon cake bars capture the essence of traditional cinnamon rolls in a convenient bar form. Each bar is made with a soft and moist vanilla-infused cake base, topped with a rich cinnamon-sugar filling, and finished with a sweet vanilla frosting. This dessert is perfect for those who love the warm, comforting flavors of cinnamon and sugar blended into a moist and tender cake.

Why you'll love this:

• Classic Cinnamon Flavor: The generous swirl of cinnamon topping gives these bars the irresistible spice that cinnamon roll lovers crave.
• Easy to do: Unlike traditional cinnamon rolls, these bars are simpler to make, making them a quick and easy option for baking enthusiasts of all skill levels.
• Perfectly sweet and spicy: The balance of sweet cake and spicy cinnamon, topped with a creamy frosting, provides a delicious contrast of flavors in every bite.

Perfect opportunity: Cinnamon Cake Bars are perfect for fall gatherings, holiday breakfasts, or as a comforting treat to enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea. They're also fantastic for bake sales, brunches, or as a special dessert after a family meal.

Decorating tips:

• Sprinkle with cinnamon: For an extra spicy kick, lightly sprinkle the tops of the ice cream bars with ground cinnamon.
• Add chopped nuts: Sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts over the frosting for a crunchy texture and nutty flavor.
• Serve with whipped cream: Serve a dollop of whipped cream alongside each bar for a creamy finish.

Ingredients:

• Cake:
  • 150 g all-purpose flour
  • 5 g baking powder
  • 70 g granulated sugar
  • 50 g unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 egg, at room temperature
  • 150 ml of milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• Cinnamon filling:
  • 25 g unsalted butter, at room temperature
  • 40 g of brown sugar
  • 6 g ground cinnamon
• Vanilla Frosting:
  • 60 g caster sugar
  • 10 ml of milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Prepare the cake:
   • Preheat the oven to 160°C. Line a baking dish with baking paper.
   • In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder and granulated sugar.
   • In another bowl, whisk together melted butter, egg, milk and vanilla extract.
   • Mix the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients until well combined.
2. Prepare the cinnamon filling:
   • In a small bowl, mix together room temperature butter, brown sugar and cinnamon until well combined.
3. Assemble the bars:
   • Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared baking dish.
   • Spread the cinnamon filling evenly over the dough.
   • Cover with remaining dough and use a knife to lightly marble the cinnamon filling.
4. Cook:
   • Bake in preheated oven for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
5. Prepare the icing:
   • While the cake is cooling, whisk together the icing sugar, milk and vanilla extract until smooth.

6. Finish the bars:
   • Once the cake has cooled, drizzle the vanilla frosting over the top.
   • Allow frosting to harden before cutting into bars.

Enjoy these delicious Cinnamon Cake Bars, a comforting treat that combines the warm, spicy flavors of cinnamon with the sweet richness of cake and frosting!