💝 Delicious Heart-Shaped Cookies Recipe for Love Celebrations
There’s just something extra special about baking heart-shaped cookies. Whether it’s for Valentine’s Day, a romantic surprise, or a fun baking session with the kids, these Delicious Heart-Shaped Cookies bring joy with every bite! 💘
They’re buttery, soft in the center with a light crunch on the edges, and perfect for decorating.
You can keep them simple with sugar dusting or go all out with icing, sprinkles, and chocolate drizzle. Trust me — they’re as fun to make as eating! 💕
🍪 Ingredients
For the cookies:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: 1/2 tsp almond extract for extra flavor
For decorating:
- Royal icing, colored frosting, melted chocolate, or powdered sugar
- Sprinkles, edible glitter, candy hearts, etc. ✨💗
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Make the Dough
- In a medium bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until creamy and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).
- Add the egg and vanilla (plus almond extract if using), and mix until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients until a soft dough forms.
- Divide the dough into two, flatten into discs, and chill for at least 1 hour.
2. Cut Out the Hearts
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Roll out chilled dough on a floured surface to about 1/4-inch thick.
- Use heart-shaped cookie cutters to cut out your cookies 💖
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet about 1 inch apart.
3. Bake
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until edges are just beginning to turn golden.
- Let cookies cool on the sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
4. Decorate with Love
- Once cool, decorate your cookies however your heart desires 💕
- Use royal icing for crisp designs, buttercream for soft swirls, or dip half in chocolate for an elegant look.
- Don’t forget the sprinkles!
🌟 Tips for Perfect Heart Cookies
- Chill the dough — this helps the cookies hold their shape when baking.
- If you want super clean edges, use metal cutters and dip them in flour between cuts.
- Let the cookies cool fully before decorating to avoid melting your icing.
- Use gel food coloring for vibrant icing without watering it down.
Final Thoughts
These Heart-Shaped Cookies are more than just cute — they’re a delicious way to show someone you care. Whether you wrap them up as a gift or serve them with a cup of tea, they bring instant smiles. ❤️
Want to try a chocolate version or a jam-filled sandwich cookie next? Let me know — I’ve got plenty more sweet ideas for your love-filled kitchen! 🍓🍫
