Heart Shaped Sugar Cookies
These heart shaped sugar cookies are soft, buttery, and perfect for Valentine's Day. Decorate them with sweet icing for a truly delightful treat.
Equipment
- 1 Rolling Pin
- 1 heart-shaped cookie cutter
- 1 Baking Sheet lined with parchment paper
- 1 Wire Rack
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Icing
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2-3 tbsp milk
- Food coloring optional
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined. Gradually add the dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
- Divide the dough in half, shape into discs, and wrap in plastic wrap. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or until firm.
Serving
- Once the cookies are decorated and the icing has set, serve them on a platter for Valentine's Day celebrations or gift them in decorative packaging.
Storage
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. To maintain freshness, place a piece of bread in the container to help retain moisture.
Notes
Pro Tips: Roll out the dough between sheets of parchment paper for easy transfer to the baking sheet.
Ingredient Substitutions: Substitute vanilla extract with almond extract for a different flavor.
How to Serve: Perfect for Valentine's Day, these cookies are best served with a cup of tea or coffee.
Storage & Freshness: Store in an airtight container and consume within a week for best flavor.
Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare the dough in advance and freeze for up to a month. Thaw before rolling and baking.
Ingredient Substitutions: Substitute vanilla extract with almond extract for a different flavor.
How to Serve: Perfect for Valentine's Day, these cookies are best served with a cup of tea or coffee.
Storage & Freshness: Store in an airtight container and consume within a week for best flavor.
Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare the dough in advance and freeze for up to a month. Thaw before rolling and baking.