Description
These Valentine cookies are soft, buttery, and fun to decorate. With their heart shapes and a sweet, melt-in-your-mouth flavor, they make the perfect gift for your loved ones or a fun baking project to enjoy with family. Whether you’re decorating with colorful icing or sprinkles, these cookies are sure to make your Valentine’s Day extra special!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2–3 tablespoons milk (if needed)
- Colored sprinkles (optional, for decorating)
- Icing or royal icing (optional, for decorating)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. If the dough is too dry, add milk one tablespoon at a time until the dough comes together.
- Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about ¼ inch thick.
- Use heart-shaped cookie cutters to cut out the cookies.
- Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, decorate with icing, sprinkles, or colored sugar for a festive touch.
Notes
- Feel free to customize your cookies by adding different colored icing or fun shapes like stars or flowers.
- These cookies store well in an airtight container for up to a week.
- To make these cookies even more festive, use heart-shaped sprinkles or edible glitter to decorate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Holiday
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Valentine cookies, heart-shaped cookies, easy cookies, decorated cookies, holiday treats