Description
Heart-shaped cookies with a simple yet aesthetic appeal. Perfect for Valentine’s Day, anniversaries, or any occasion where you want to show love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, cream butter and sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- Mix flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until combined.
- Roll out the dough to 1/4-inch thickness.
- Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out shapes.
- Place cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Let cool before serving or decorating.
Notes
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes if it’s too sticky to roll.
- Decorate with royal icing or sprinkles for extra appeal.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: heart-shaped cookies, aesthetic cookies, Valentine's Day treats, easy cookie recipe, homemade cookies