Valentine’s Day Sugar Cookies
Valentine’s Day Sugar Cookies are a delectable treat that embodies sweetness and love. Soft and buttery, these cookies melt in your mouth, making them perfect for sharing with friends and loved ones. With endless decoration possibilities, from colorful sprinkles to icing, they add a festive touch to any celebration. Bake a batch this Valentine’s Day and spread joy with every bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- Heart-shaped sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually mix this into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Roll tablespoon-sized portions of dough into balls and place on parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Allow cooling before decorating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg