Description

Indulge in the nostalgia of Tic Tac Toe Heart Cookies, a delightful treat that combines buttery cookie goodness with vibrant icing. These playful heart-shaped cookies are perfect for any occasion, bringing smiles and joy to gatherings. Easy to make and customizable, they are sure to be a hit among family and friends.

Ingredients

Scale

2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
1 tsp almond extract
1 tsp baking powder
2 cups powdered sugar
2 tbsp milk
Food coloring as desired

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in almond extract.
In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder; gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
Roll out dough to ½ inch thick and cut into heart shapes using cookie cutters; place on lined baking sheets.
Bake for 8-10 minutes or until golden around edges; cool completely before icing.
For icing, mix powdered sugar with milk until smooth, add food coloring, and pipe onto cookies in a tic-tac-toe pattern.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
Calories: 150
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 50mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 21g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 25mg

Keywords: Experiment with different extracts like vanilla or lemon for unique flavors. Customize icing colors to suit any celebration theme. For a glossy finish on your icing, add a teaspoon of corn syrup.