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:

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

Popular questions:

• What can I use if I don’t have unsalted butter?

You can substitute salted butter, just reduce the amount of added salt in the recipe accordingly.

• Can I use margarine instead of butter?

While butter is preferred for flavor, margarine can be used as a substitute, but the taste and texture may vary slightly.

• How can I make the cookies more colorful?

You can add food coloring to the cookie dough for vibrant colors, or decorate with colored icing and sprinkles after baking.

• Can I freeze the cookie dough?

Yes, you can freeze the cookie dough for later use. Just thaw it in the fridge before rolling and cutting.

• How long do these cookies stay fresh?

Store them in an airtight container and they should stay fresh for up to a week.

Helpful tips:

• Chill the dough before rolling and cutting for easier handling.
• Add a hint of lemon zest for a refreshing twist to the flavor.
• Sprinkle colored sugars on top of the cookies before baking for a fun sparkle.

Expert Secrets:

• For a richer flavor, brown the butter slightly before creaming with sugar.
• Replace vanilla extract with almond extract for a different flavor profile.
• Brush the baked cookies with a simple syrup for added shine and sweetness.