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Buttery and dense vanilla shortbread bars topped with a broiled layer of crunchy cinnamon sugar spread.
time commitment: 1 hour total, 30 minutes inactive time
special equipment: stand mixer with paddle attachment, large loaf pan – 9.25 inches x 5.25 inches
yield: 16 bars
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The first recipe of 2026!
We're two weeks into 2026 and for me, this year is already feeling a little different.
My 2025 concluded with an ADHD diagnosis and while it wasn't unexpected, it has helped me give myself a little bit of grace for struggling with consistency here on my blog. I'm entering the new year with new tools in my tool belt and new support systems and already things are feeling better than before.
I'm learning to set my own standards based on how my brain works, rather than setting myself to the standards of others. It's been a bit of a tough pill to swallow, but I'm already feeling more at ease.
And wouldn't you know it, I've got a new recipe and a couple more coming down the pipe to show for it! Crazy what happens when you start listening to what your body and mind actually need...
That being said, I hope you love these cinnamon sugar shortbreads - they're very nostalgic for me and inspired by a family recipe that I only get to enjoy once or twice a year.
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This broiled cinnamon sugar shortbread recipe...
- has a base of vanilla shortbread that is perfectly tender without being crumbly,
- broils a buttery cinnamon sugar spread on top for caramelized sugar goodness,
- and is the perfect sweet treat to share with friends.
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As always, happy baking!
-Sierra
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-Kallista
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Chocolate Chip Muffins
"Fantastic! I made these this morning because I had everything in stock. So yummy. The almond extract is a great addition. I shared a few with my neighbor who also rates them five stars."
-Lisa
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What's coming next?
Either something with chocolate or something with citrus!
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Outside the Kitchen
Because there's more going on in my life than just baking!
📘 What I'm Reading
I just finished God of the Woods by Liz Moore and loved it.
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🎵 What I'm Listening To
The audio book Annie Bot by Sierra Greer. Great for fans of Brave New World or Tender Is the Flesh.
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🎬 What I'm Watching
Heated Rivalry. If you know, you know.
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