Candy Cane Crush Heart Cookies for Valentine's Day

Looking for the perfect treat to surprise your loved one this Valentine’s Day? These Candy Cane Crush Heart Cookies are not just delightful to look at, but they’re also incredibly tasty! Imagine the sweet crunch of candy canes combined with buttery cookie goodness, making them an ideal addition to your Valentine’s cookies repertoire.

These festive cookies are a beautiful way to express your love and affection, with their charming heart shape and festive red and white colors. They’re perfect for gifting or enjoying at home with a cup of hot cocoa.

Delicious Valentine’s Day Cookies

Heart-shaped cookies with icing and crushed candy canes on a decorative plate for Valentine

These Candy Cane Crush Heart Cookies are a delightful blend of buttery sweetness and refreshing minty flavor. Each bite offers a crisp texture from the crushed candy canes, balanced by the soft, chewy cookie base. They’re sure to bring joy to any Valentine’s Day celebration.

Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup crushed candy canes
1 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
1 tablespoon milk (for icing)
1 teaspoon peppermint extract (for icing)
Additional crushed candy canes for garnish

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Make the Dough: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Fold in the crushed candy canes.
Shape the Cookies: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets, pressing them slightly to form hearts.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Prepare the Icing: In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar, milk, and peppermint extract until smooth. Adjust the consistency with more milk if necessary.
Decorate: Drizzle or spread the icing over the cooled cookies and sprinkle additional crushed candy canes on top for a festive touch.
Serve: Enjoy your Candy Cane Crush Heart Cookies with friends and family, or gift them to someone special!