Valentine’s Day Sugar Cookies
Delightful sugar cookies perfect for celebrating love on Valentine's Day. Soft and buttery with a beautiful sweetness, these cookies are sure to impress with their festive shapes.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Should be creamy for easy mixing.
- 1 cup granulated sugar Provides sweetness.
- 1 large egg Acts as a binder.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds warmth and fragrance.
- 3 cups all-purpose flour Creates the structure.
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder For puffiness.
- 0.5 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the butter mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Divide the dough in half, flour your workspace, and roll out one portion to about ¼-inch thickness.
- Use cookie cutters to create heart shapes or other designs, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Baking
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cooling on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Decorating
- Once cooled, decorate with frosting and festive sprinkles.
Notes
For softer cookies, do not overbake. Add sprinkles or chocolate chips for a fun twist. Can substitute half the flour for almond flour for a nutty flavor.