Description

Valentine’s Day Sugar Cookies are a delightful way to celebrate love and sweetness during the holiday season. Featuring a soft, buttery texture and adorned with colorful icing and festive sprinkles, these cookies are perfect for sharing with loved ones or gifting to friends. The easy-to-follow recipe makes it simple to whip up a batch that will impress anyone who takes a bite. Whether you’re baking for a romantic partner, hosting a gathering, or surprising someone special, these heart-shaped treats are sure to make hearts flutter and smiles bloom.

Ingredients

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2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
1 large egg
½ teaspoon baking powder
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Pinch of salt

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the egg and vanilla until combined.
Gradually add the flour, baking powder, and salt until a smooth dough forms.
Chill the dough for at least one hour before rolling it out on a floured surface to about ¼-inch thick.
Use heart-shaped cookie cutters to cut out shapes and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft.
Allow cookies to cool completely before decorating with icing or sprinkles.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 100
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 30mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: <1g
Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: - For added flavor, consider incorporating almond extract or lemon zest into the dough. - Customize decorations using different colors of icing and toppings like edible glitter.