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Valentine’s Day Cookies Recipe

4.7 from 92 reviews

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with these delightful and easy-to-make Valentine’s Day Cookies. Made with classic buttery cookie dough and decorated with colorful sprinkles, these cookies are perfect for sharing sweet moments with loved ones. Simple to bake and fun to decorate, they’re an ideal treat for any Valentine’s celebration.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 cups (360g) all-purpose flour

Decoration

  • Sprinkles, as desired

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dough: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time until fully incorporated. Gradually add the flour, mixing until a smooth dough forms.
  2. Shape the cookies: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll the dough out on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4-inch thickness. Use Valentine-themed cookie cutters to cut out shapes, and place them evenly spaced on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  3. Bake the cookies: Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the cookies are set but still soft to the touch.
  4. Decorate the cookies: Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack. Once cooled, decorate with your favorite sprinkles or icing as desired.

Notes

  • For softer cookies, do not overbake; remove them once edges turn golden.
  • Use room temperature butter for easier creaming and better texture.
  • You can substitute sprinkles with colored sugar or small candy hearts for varied decorations.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Keywords: Valentine's Day cookies, holiday cookies, decorated cookies, butter cookies, festive treats