Slice and Bake Valentine’s Day Cookies
Indulge in the joy of baking with these delightful Slice and Bake Valentine’s Day Cookies. This easy-to-follow recipe lets you create heart-shaped cookies that are not only visually appealing but also bursting with flavor. Using simple ingredients, you can customize the colors to match any occasion, making them perfect for sharing with loved ones or simply treating yourself. These cookies are free from preservatives, offering a fresh taste that will remind you of childhood treats. Involve your family in the decorating process for a fun bonding experience as you bring a touch of love to every bite.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 42 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Red or pink natural food coloring
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, cream together unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing until fully incorporated.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually mix into the wet ingredients.
- Divide dough; color a portion with food coloring as desired.
- Chill the colored dough, then roll it out and cut heart shapes.
- Encase the hearts in plain dough to form logs and chill again.
- Preheat oven to 350°F and slice logs into rounds.
- Bake for about 12 minutes until lightly golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg