Description
Valentine’s Day Sugar Cookies are the perfect sweet treat to celebrate love and affection. These soft, heart-shaped delights not only fill your kitchen with a warm, inviting aroma but also create cherished moments as you bake together. Adorned with vibrant icing and playful decorations, these cookies make an excellent gift for friends, family, or that special someone. Whether you’re hosting a romantic dinner or simply want to add a touch of sweetness to your day, these cookies are sure to impress. Easy to make and fun to customize, they are a delightful addition to any Valentine’s celebration!
Ingredients
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Chill the dough for at least one hour before rolling out and cutting into shapes.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 78
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 24mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 12mg
Keywords: Chill dough for better shape retention while baking. Experiment with different cookie cutter shapes for various occasions. Decorate with royal icing or colored sprinkles for added flair.