Valentine’s Day is approaching, and what better way to celebrate than with a sweet and heartwarming treat? These kid-friendly heart-shaped sugar cookies are not only delicious but also a fun activity for the whole family. Get ready to embark on a baking adventure filled with love and laughter!
A Sweet Start: Baking the Heart-Shaped Cookies
Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 3/4 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup of softened unsalted butter and 1 1/2 cups of granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. Add a large egg and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, mixing well.
Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, creating a delightful cookie dough. Now comes the fun part – roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use heart-shaped cookie cutters to cut out adorable cookies that will steal everyone’s heart. Place the cut-out cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and let them bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until the edges turn lightly golden. Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack.
The Icing on the Cookies: Decorating with Love
While the cookies cool, let’s prepare the icing. In a bowl, whisk together 2 cups of powdered sugar, 2-3 tablespoons of milk, and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and heavenly. Now, it’s time to add some color to your creations! Divide the icing into separate bowls and use red and pink food coloring to achieve the perfect shades.
Once the cookies are cool, spread or drizzle the colored icing on top, creating a mesmerizing palette of love. Allow the icing to set, and voilà – you’ve got yourself a batch of heartwarming Valentine’s Day sugar cookies!
Get Creative: Personalize Your Sweet Creations
Feel free to unleash your creativity by adding sprinkles, edible glitter, or any other decorative elements that resonate with the spirit of Valentine’s Day. These cookies aren’t just a treat for the taste buds; they’re also a feast for the eyes.
Whether you’re making these cookies with your little ones, your significant other, or just for yourself, the joy of creating and sharing these sweet delights is bound to make this Valentine’s Day extra special. So, gather your ingredients, preheat that oven, and let the baking adventure begin. Happy Valentine’s Day!
Valentine’s Day Sugar Cookies
Ingredients
For the cookies:
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the icing:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Red and pink food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until the dough comes together.
- Roll and Cut: Divide the dough in half. On a floured surface, roll out one half of the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use heart-shaped cookie cutters to cut out cookies and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack.
- Prepare Icing: In a bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Divide the icing into separate bowls and add red and pink food coloring to create desired shades.
- Decorate: Once the cookies are cooled, spread or drizzle the colored icing on top. Allow the icing to set before serving
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