Description
When Valentine’s Day arrives, delight your loved ones with these charming Valentines Day Heart Sugar Cookies. With their buttery texture and sweet vanilla flavor, these heart-shaped treats are perfect for sharing and celebrating love. Easy to make, this recipe involves simple ingredients that yield delicious results. Decorate these cookies together to create lasting memories or package them as thoughtful gifts.
Ingredients
2 ? cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
? cup unsalted butter, softened
1 large egg
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking powder
? teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350?F (175?C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour.
Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to about ? inch thick. Use heart-shaped cookie cutters to cut out cookies and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are slightly golden but centers remain soft. Allow cookies to cool completely before decorating.
Notes
For added flair, consider incorporating almond extract or colorful sprinkles into your dough.
Experiment with different shapes beyond hearts for a unique twist!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Protein: 1g