Kids Valentine's Cookies
Delightfully sweet and fun, these Kids Valentine's Cookies are perfect for celebrating love and creativity. Easy to make and customizable with toppings, they’re a hit for any occasion.
Ingredients
Cookie Ingredients
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour Can be substituted with gluten-free flour mix.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Can be substituted with coconut oil or vegan butter.
- 1 ½ cups sugar Sugar substitutes can be used for reduced sugar intake.
- 1 large egg For vegan, use flaxseed meal mixed with water as a substitute.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- as needed Decorations (sprinkles, icing, etc.) Customize as desired.
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients on a countertop.
- In a bowl, measure out 2 3/4 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder.
- In a separate bowl, cream together 1 cup of softened unsalted butter and 1 1/2 cups of sugar until light and fluffy (about 3–5 minutes).
- Beat in 1 egg and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture gradually, stirring until just combined.
- Roll small portions of the dough into balls the size of a tablespoon.
Baking
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the dough balls on the sheet.
- Lightly flatten each ball with your palm or the bottom of a glass.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 8-10 minutes.
- Remove cookies and let them cool on a wire rack.
- Decorate with sprinkles or icing once cooled.
Notes
Store in an airtight container. For longer storage, refrigerate them. To freeze, use a freezer-safe container.