Description
Heart-shaped cookies are a delightful treat perfect for Valentine’s Day or any special occasion. These cookies are easy to make and can be decorated to suit your preferences.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until creamy. Add egg and vanilla, mixing well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until combined.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4-inch thickness.
- Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out cookies. Place them on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes if it’s too soft to handle.
- Decorate with icing or sprinkles after cooling.
- Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: heart-shaped cookies, Valentine's Day cookies, easy cookie recipe