Description
Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to express your affection through baking. These delightful Valentine Sugar Cookies are soft, buttery, and beautifully shaped into hearts, making them a sweet treat for loved ones or a well-deserved indulgence for yourself. Each cookie is adorned with colorful sprinkles, creating cherished memories and warming hearts in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until fully combined.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about half an inch thick and use heart-shaped cookie cutters to cut out shapes.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden around the edges. Allow cooling before decorating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approximately 30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Substitute vanilla extract with almond extract for added flavor. Enhance your cookies with colorful sprinkles or drizzle melted chocolate on top after baking. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature to keep them fresh.