Heart-Shaped Cookies
Delightful and customizable heart-shaped cookies, perfect for sharing love on any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour For gluten-free, substitute with a gluten-free flour blend.
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Can be replaced with a dairy-free buttery spread.
- 1 ½ cups sugar
- 1 large egg Can be substituted with a flaxseed mixture for an egg-free option.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon almond extract
- Colored icing or fondant for decoration
- Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by gathering all the ingredients listed above. Make sure your butter is softened to room temperature.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) while you combine the dry ingredients. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until evenly mixed.
- In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter with the sugar using a mixer for about 3-4 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg along with the vanilla extract and almond extract, mixing well.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Dust your work surface with flour and roll the dough out to about 1/4 inch thick. Ensure it’s even.
- Using a heart-shaped cookie cutter, cut out cookies and transfer them to a baking sheet.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
- Once baked, allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Decoration
- Once cooled, decorate with colored icing or fondant and add sprinkles if desired.
Notes
For enhanced flavor, consider adding citrus zest to the dough. Allow decorated cookies to set overnight for best results.