Description

Heart Shaped Butter Cookies are a delightful blend of rich, buttery goodness and sweet charm. These melt-in-your-mouth treats are perfect for special occasions like Valentine’s Day or simply to brighten someone’s day. With their tender texture and irresistible flavor, they will steal the show at any gathering. Easy to make and fun to decorate, these cookies are a heartfelt way to express love to friends and family.

Ingredients

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2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
2 egg yolks
2 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
Add egg yolks one at a time along with vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Gradually add to the butter mixture on low speed until just combined.
Wrap dough in plastic wrap and chill for at least 1 hour.
Roll out dough on a floured surface to about 1/4-inch thick. Cut into heart shapes using a cookie cutter.
Place on parchment-lined baking sheets, sprinkle with powdered sugar, and bake for 10-12 minutes.
Let cookies cool on wire racks before serving.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 75
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 20mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 1g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 7g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: <1g
Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: - For added flavor, consider incorporating lemon zest or almond extract. - Decorate with royal icing or chocolate drizzle for a festive touch. - Store cookies in an airtight container for up to one week.