Description
Cinnamon Roll Bliss Bars are delightful gluten-free treats that combine the cozy flavors of cinnamon and sweet glaze in a convenient bar form. Made with almond and oat flour, sweetened naturally with coconut sugar and maple syrup, these bars offer a soft, cake-like texture and a deliciously sweet glaze on top. Perfect for breakfast or a healthy snack, they bring the comforting taste of cinnamon rolls without the fuss.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups almond flour
- 1/2 cup oat flour
- 1/2 cup coconut sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
Wet Ingredients
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup almond milk
Add-ins
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Glaze
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon almond milk
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the almond flour, oat flour, coconut sugar, cinnamon, salt, and baking soda until evenly combined.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the melted coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and almond milk into the dry ingredients. Stir thoroughly until a thick dough forms, ensuring all ingredients are incorporated.
- Incorporate Pecans: If using pecans, gently fold them into the dough to distribute them evenly throughout the mixture.
- Press Dough: Transfer the dough to the prepared baking pan and press it down evenly to create a uniform layer.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating the bars are cooked through.
- Cool: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan, which helps them set and makes glazing easier.
- Make Glaze: In a small bowl, mix together the powdered sugar, almond milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and pourable.
- Glaze and Serve: Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bars evenly, then slice into 9 squares and serve. Enjoy the cinnamon roll flavor in every bite!
Notes
- For a nut-free version, substitute almond flour with additional oat flour and use a nut-free milk alternative.
- You can skip the pecans or substitute with walnuts or seeds based on preference.
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- These bars are naturally gluten-free but always double-check that your oat flour is certified gluten-free to avoid cross-contamination.
- The glaze can be adjusted for sweetness or thickness by varying the powdered sugar and almond milk ratio.
