Heart-Shaped Sugar Cookies Valentine’s Day

Spread the love this Valentine’s Day with these adorable heart-shaped sugar cookies! Perfect for sharing with your loved ones or gifting to friends.

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions:

• In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth.
• Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
• Gradually add in the flour and salt until a dough forms.
• Roll out the dough and cut out heart shapes with a cookie cutter.
• Bake at 350°F for 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
• Let cool and decorate with icing or sprinkles for a festive touch. Enjoy!

Popular questions:

• Q: Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted butter?

A: Yes, you can use salted butter, but adjust the amount of salt in the recipe accordingly.

• Q: Can I substitute the egg in this recipe?

A: You can try using a flax egg or commercial egg replacer for this recipe.

• Q: How long can I store these cookies?

A: Store these cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.

• Q: Can I freeze the cookie dough?

A: Yes, you can freeze the dough for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before baking.

• Q: Can I add food coloring to the dough?

A: Yes, you can add food coloring to create colorful heart-shaped cookies.

Helpful tips:

• Chill the dough for 30 minutes before rolling and cutting for easier handling.
• Add almond extract for a unique flavor twist to these cookies.
• Add sprinkles or edible glitter before baking for a sparkly touch.
• For a rich flavor, brown the butter before creaming it with sugar.
• Dip the cooled cookies in melted chocolate for an extra indulgent treat.

Expert Secrets:

• Use parchment paper on the baking sheet for easy cleanup and prevent sticking.
• For uniform cookies, refrigerate the cut-out shapes for 10-15 minutes before baking.
• Brush the baked cookies with a sugar glaze for a shiny finish.
• Experiment with different cookie cutter shapes for a variety of themed cookies.
• For a tangy twist, add lemon zest to the cookie dough.