Looking to impress your loved ones this Valentine’s Day? These Conversation Heart Cutouts are the perfect way to spread some love with delicious valentines cookies. Not only are they fun to make, but they also bring a burst of color and sweetness to your celebration.
Picture a tray filled with vibrant heart-shaped cookies, each one adorned with playful messages like ‘Love You’ or ‘Be Mine.’ These cookies are not just a treat; they’re a delightful way to show someone you care. Plus, they make for a charming gift or a festive addition to any Valentine’s Day gathering.
Delicious and Fun Conversation Heart Cutouts
These Conversation Heart Cutouts are soft, buttery cookies that melt in your mouth, topped with colorful icing that adds a touch of sweetness. Each bite is a delightful combination of flavors that will make your Valentine’s Day truly special.
Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- Food coloring
- Royal icing for decorating
Instructions
- Prep the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Make the Dough: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, vanilla, and almond extract. Gradually add the flour mixture until a dough forms.
- Roll and Cut: Divide the dough in half, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for about an hour. On a floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thick. Use heart-shaped cookie cutters to cut out shapes and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake: Bake cookies for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow them to cool completely on a wire rack.
- Decorate: Once cooled, use royal icing to decorate your cookies with fun messages and colorful designs.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 24 cookies
- Calories: 120kcal
- Fat: 6g
- Protein: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
