The Story & Intro
Hi 👋 I’m MARILYN, a 34-year-old from the United Kingdom, and cooking has always been my love language. I still remember chilly February mornings when the sky stayed soft and grey, and I wanted to make breakfast feel like a hug. Those mornings inspired what I now call my Valentine Sugar Cookie Breakfast Bars.
I didn’t want a heavy dessert first thing in the morning. I wanted something gentle, sweet, and comforting something that felt like Valentine’s Day but still belonged at the breakfast table. That’s how these Valentine Sugar Cookie Breakfast Bars were born in my kitchen. They taste like classic sugar cookies, but they slice beautifully into bars you can share with the people you love.
Cooking is about more than just food it’s about sharing stories and making memories. Every time I bake these Valentine Sugar Cookie Breakfast Bars, I think about slow mornings, pink sprinkles on little fingers, and the quiet joy of sitting together before the day begins. If you love simple recipes that bring families closer, you’ll feel right at home with this one. Join me on marilynrecipes.com I love sharing comforting classics and sweet new ideas that make cooking fun and joyful for everyone.
Why I Love Making This Recipe
I love these bars because they turn an ordinary morning into something special. I don’t need frosting skills or fancy equipment. I just mix, press, bake, and slice. These Valentine Sugar Cookie Breakfast Bars feel celebratory without feeling complicated.
I also love how forgiving they are. I can make them the night before, slice them in the morning, and still serve something that tastes fresh and homemade. They’re perfect for Valentine’s Day breakfast, school treats, brunch tables, or even a cozy afternoon snack with tea.
Most of all, I love how they invite people to slow down. These bars encourage sitting together, sharing smiles, and enjoying sweetness without rushing.
Ingredients & Little Kitchen Secrets
I keep the ingredients simple because comfort food should never feel stressful.
My little secrets:
- I always use room-temperature butter so the dough mixes smoothly.
- A touch of almond extract gives that bakery-style sugar cookie flavor.
- Pink or red sprinkles make them festive without overpowering the dough.
- I line my pan with parchment paper so lifting and slicing stays easy and clean.
Every ingredient has a purpose, and together they create soft, tender bars that melt in your mouth.
How I Make It, Step by Step
I start by preheating my oven and lining my baking pan. I cream butter and sugar until pale and fluffy, which gives the bars their soft texture. I add the egg, vanilla, and almond extract and mix until smooth.
I whisk my dry ingredients separately, then gently fold them into the dough. I stir in sprinkles last so the color stays bright.
I press the dough evenly into the pan, smoothing the top with my hands. I bake just until the edges turn lightly golden. I let the bars cool completely before slicing this is the hardest part, but it’s worth it.
How I Serve It at Home
At home, I serve these bars slightly warm or at room temperature. I love pairing them with:
- Hot tea or coffee
- A glass of cold milk
- Fresh strawberries or raspberries
Sometimes I dust them lightly with powdered sugar for extra sweetness. When I want them extra special, I drizzle a simple vanilla glaze over the top.
Storage, Reheating & Make-Ahead Tips
I store these Valentine Sugar Cookie Breakfast Bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, I refrigerate them for up to 5 days.
To reheat, I warm a bar in the microwave for about 10 seconds. They also freeze beautifully I wrap individual bars and freeze for up to 2 months.
These bars are perfect for make-ahead mornings when I want love baked right in.
100-Word Short Version
Valentine Sugar Cookie Breakfast Bars are soft, sweet, and perfect for cozy mornings. They taste like classic sugar cookies but bake into easy-to-share bars. With simple ingredients, festive sprinkles, and a tender texture, they’re ideal for Valentine’s Day breakfast, brunch, or snacks. Make them ahead, slice, and serve with coffee or tea. These bars bring warmth, love, and sweetness to the table with very little effort.
Recipe Card Section
⏱️ Time
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 22 minutes
Total Time: 37 minutes
🛒 Ingredients
- Unsalted butter
- Granulated sugar
- Egg
- Vanilla extract
- Almond extract
- All-purpose flour
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Valentine sprinkles
👩🍳 Instructions
- Preheat oven and line baking pan.
- Cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Add egg and extracts.
- Mix dry ingredients separately.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients.
- Fold in sprinkles.
- Press dough into pan.
- Bake until lightly golden.
- Cool completely and slice.
📝 Notes
Do not overbake. Bars should stay soft and pale.
🍽️ Nutrition
Calories, carbohydrates, sugar, and fat will vary depending on serving size 💕
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Valentine Sugar Cookie Breakfast Bars
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 37 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
These Valentine Sugar Cookie Breakfast Bars are soft, buttery, and filled with classic sugar cookie flavor. Made with simple pantry ingredients and festive sprinkles, they’re perfect for Valentine’s Day mornings, brunch tables, or a cozy sweet breakfast shared with the people you love.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup Valentine sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch pan with parchment paper.
- Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract, mixing until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until combined.
- Fold in Valentine sprinkles gently.
- Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 20–22 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool completely before slicing into bars.
Notes
Do not overbake these bars—keep them pale and soft for the best texture. You can make them a day ahead and store in an airtight container. Freeze individual bars for up to two months for easy breakfasts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Conclusion
These Valentine Sugar Cookie Breakfast Bars remind me why I love cooking so much. They’re simple, comforting, and full of heart. When I bake them, I’m not just making breakfast I’m creating a moment of togetherness. I hope these bars bring sweetness and warmth into your kitchen, just like they do in mine.