Delicious Candy-Coated Sweetheart Cookies for Valentine's Day

Looking for the perfect treat to celebrate Valentine’s Day? These Candy-Coated Sweetheart Cookies are not just cookies; they are a delightful expression of love and sweetness. Ideal for sharing with that special someone or even for a fun activity with friends, these cookies will make your heart flutter.

Imagine biting into a soft, buttery cookie that’s been generously coated with colorful candy melts. Each cookie is not just a dessert; it’s a festive statement piece for your Valentine’s cookies platter. The vibrant colors and sweet taste make them an irresistible addition to your holiday celebrations.

The Ultimate Valentine’s Day Treat

Colorful Candy-Coated Sweetheart Cookies shaped like hearts, decorated with sprinkles on a festive plate.

These Candy-Coated Sweetheart Cookies are a delightful blend of soft, chewy cookies covered in a colorful candy coating. With a buttery taste that melts in your mouth, each bite is a burst of sweetness that will leave you wanting more.

Ingredients

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 large eggs
2 cups candy melts in various colors
Sprinkles for decoration (optional)

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 the flour and baking soda.
Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and salt until creamy. Add the vanilla extract and eggs, mixing until well combined.
Combine: Gradually add in the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Shape Cookies: Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough and place them onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Coat with Candy: Melt the candy melts according to package instructions. Dip each cooled cookie into the melted candy, ensuring it’s well-coated. Place on parchment paper to set.
Decorate: While the coating is still wet, add sprinkles for an extra festive touch.