Description
Valentine Sugar Cookies are the perfect way to celebrate love this Valentine’s Day. With their buttery flavor and soft, chewy texture, these cookies are delightful treats for sharing with loved ones or indulging in yourself. Decorated with vibrant icing and colorful sprinkles, they bring a festive touch to any occasion. This easy-to-follow recipe guarantees delicious results every time, making it ideal for bakers of all skill levels.
Ingredients
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- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before decorating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg