Description
A simple recipe for red heart cookies with delightful sweetness, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Red food coloring (as needed)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, cream the butter and sugar until smooth.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- Gradually fold in the flour and salt to form a dough.
- Add red food coloring until desired color is achieved.
- Roll out the dough and cut into heart shapes.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are slightly golden.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Adjust food coloring based on preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: red heart cookies, sweet cookies, easy dessert