Why Make This Recipe
Heart Slice and Bake Cookies are a fun and easy treat to make, especially for special occasions like Valentine’s Day or anniversaries. They are simple to prepare, look adorable, and taste delicious! Plus, you can customize them with colors and decorations to make them even more festive.
How to Make Heart Slice and Bake Cookies
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Food coloring (red or pink) for coloring dough
- Sprinkles or coarse sugar for decoration (optional)
Directions:
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Divide the dough in half. Color one half with red or pink food coloring and mix until uniform.
- Shape each dough half into logs with a diameter of about 2 inches. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until firm.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Remove the dough from the refrigerator and slice into 1/4 inch thick rounds. Place on the prepared baking sheets.
- Sprinkle with sprinkles or coarse sugar if desired.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Heart Slice and Bake Cookies
- Total Time: 72 minutes
- Yield: 24 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Heart Slice and Bake Cookies are delightful, customizable treats perfect for special occasions like Valentine’s Day. They are easy to prepare and look adorable.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Food coloring (red or pink)
- Sprinkles or coarse sugar for decoration (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Divide the dough in half. Color one half with red or pink food coloring and mix until uniform.
- Shape each dough half into logs with a diameter of about 2 inches. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until firm.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Remove the dough from the refrigerator and slice into 1/4 inch thick rounds. Place on the prepared baking sheets.
- Sprinkle with sprinkles or coarse sugar if desired.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. They can also be frozen for several months if wrapped well.
- Prep Time: 60 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
How to Serve Heart Slice and Bake Cookies
Serve these delightful cookies with a glass of milk or a cup of tea. They make a lovely addition to dessert platters during parties or gatherings. You can also gift them in cute cookie boxes to friends and family.
How to Store Heart Slice and Bake Cookies
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. If you want to keep them longer, you can freeze them. Just make sure to wrap them well in plastic or foil before placing them in a freezer bag.
Tips to Make Heart Slice and Bake Cookies
- Make sure your butter is softened for easy mixing.
- For even baking, try to slice the cookies as evenly as possible.
- If you want brighter colors, add more food coloring until you reach your desired shade.
- Experiment with different sprinkle styles to match your theme.
Variation
You can change the shape of these cookies by using different cookie cutters instead of slicing them into rounds. You may create heart shapes or stars for different occasions!
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FAQs
Can I use other colors besides red or pink?
Yes, feel free to use any color of food coloring you like to match your theme!
Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Margarine can be used, but it may change the texture slightly. Butter gives the best flavor.
How long do these cookies last?
In an airtight container, they will last for about a week. If frozen, they can last for several months.
Enjoy making and sharing these Heart Slice and Bake Cookies!
