Heart-Shaped Cookies
Delightful sweet cookies shaped like hearts, perfect for special occasions like Valentine's Day and customizable with various icing flavors and colors.
Ingrédients
For the Cookies
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder Use gluten-free baking powder for gluten-free version.
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Can substitute with plant-based butter for a dairy-free version.
- 1 1/2 cups white sugar
- 1 large egg Can substitute with a flax egg for a vegan version.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
For the Icing
- 3 cups confectioners’ sugar For icing.
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract For icing.
- Water As needed for icing consistency.
- Food coloring Optional.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients on a clean workspace.
- Measure out the flour, baking soda, and baking powder; set them aside.
Mixing Dry Ingredients
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Whisk lightly to ensure they’re evenly mixed.
Creaming
- In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until smooth, about 3 minutes with a hand mixer.
Adding Wet Ingredients
- Beat in the egg, followed by the vanilla and almond extracts.
Combining Mixtures
- Gradually blend the dry mixture into the creamed mixture until it forms a dough.
Rolling Out Dough
- Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and roll it out to a thickness of about 1/4 inch.
Cutting Cookies
- Using a heart-shaped cookie cutter, cut out shapes from the rolled-out dough and place them on ungreased cookie sheets.
Baking
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for about 8 to 10 minutes until golden at the edges but still soft in the middle.
Cooling
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Preparing Icing
- In a separate bowl, mix the confectioners’ sugar, vanilla extract, and enough water to reach your desired icing consistency.
- Add food coloring if desired.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Can freeze for up to three months.