Decadent Dark Chocolate Mocha Hearts for Valentine's Day

Looking to impress your sweetheart this Valentine’s Day? These Dark Chocolate Mocha Hearts are the perfect treat! Combining rich dark chocolate with a hint of coffee, these cookies are not just delicious, but also a thoughtful way to show your love. Perfect for gifting or sharing, they embody the essence of Valentine’s cookies with every bite.

Imagine sinking your teeth into a soft, chewy heart-shaped cookie that bursts with chocolatey goodness and a subtle coffee kick. Whether you’re celebrating with a romantic dinner or just want to add a sweet touch to your day, these cookies will surely make hearts flutter.

Perfectly Rich Dark Chocolate Mocha Hearts

Heart-shaped dark chocolate mocha cookies on a plate, dusted with powdered sugar, surrounded by rose petals.

These Dark Chocolate Mocha Hearts are luxurious cookies that perfectly balance the bitterness of dark chocolate with the rich aroma of coffee. Each heart-shaped cookie is soft and chewy, enveloped in a deep chocolate flavor that pairs beautifully with a hint of mocha.

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon brewed coffee, cooled
1 cup dark chocolate chips
Optional: powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Combine Ingredients: Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and cooled coffee. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until combined. Fold in dark chocolate chips.
Shape the Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and shape them into hearts. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each.
Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set. The centers will appear soft but will firm up as they cool.
Cool and Serve: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Optional: dust with powdered sugar before serving.