Looking for the perfect treat to impress your loved ones this Valentine’s Day? These Strawberry Swirl Shortbread Hearts are not only adorable but also melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Whether you’re celebrating with a partner, friends, or even just treating yourself, these cookies will bring a smile to anyone’s face. The combination of buttery shortbread and sweet strawberry swirl creates a delightful flavor that embodies love and sweetness.
Imagine presenting a beautiful platter of these heart-shaped cookies at your Valentine’s gathering. They not only taste divine but also make for a stunning display. With a little bit of effort, you can create a memorable dessert that shows how much you care.
A Perfect Treat for Valentine’s Day
These Strawberry Swirl Shortbread Hearts are buttery and crisp, with a vibrant strawberry flavor swirled throughout. They are perfectly sweet, making them an ideal treat for any Valentine’s cookies box.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup strawberry jam
- Flour for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms. Divide the dough into two equal parts.
- Add Strawberry Swirl: Mix the strawberry jam into one of the dough halves until combined. You can adjust the quantity of jam to achieve your desired swirl effect.
- Roll Out the Dough: On a floured surface, roll out each portion of the dough to about 1/4 inch thick. Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out cookies from both the plain and strawberry dough.
- Create the Swirl: Layer the plain and strawberry cookies together, slightly overlapping, and press them together gently. Use a single heart-shaped cutter to cut out the final cookie shape, ensuring you have both colors in each heart.
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the cookies on the sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool and Serve: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve these delightful strawberry swirl cookies at your Valentine’s Day celebration!
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 24 cookies
- Calories: 100kcal
- Fat: 5g
- Protein: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
