These Pink Ombre Shortbread Hearts are the perfect treat to celebrate Valentine’s Day. With their delicate flavor and stunning ombre design, they make for delightful valentines cookies that will impress your loved ones.
Imagine presenting a box of these charming cookies, each bite melting in your mouth, while the sweet aroma fills the air. Whether you’re baking for a romantic dinner or a festive gathering, these cookies add a touch of elegance to any occasion.
Delicious and Beautiful Valentine’s Cookies
These shortbread hearts are buttery, crisp, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. The pink ombre effect not only makes them visually appealing but also adds a subtle hint of sweetness that complements the rich buttery flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Red food coloring
- Pink food coloring
- Sprinkles for decoration (optional)
Instructions
- Prep the Dough: In a bowl, beat together the softened butter and powdered sugar until creamy. Add in the vanilla extract and salt, mixing well.
- Incorporate the Flour: Gradually add the flour to the mixture, stirring until a dough forms. Divide the dough into three equal portions.
- Color the Dough: Add red food coloring to one portion until you reach the desired shade. For the second portion, mix in pink food coloring. Leave the third portion uncolored.
- Shape the Hearts: Roll out each colored dough between two sheets of parchment paper to about 1/4 inch thick. Cut out hearts using a cookie cutter and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Chill and Bake: Refrigerate the cookies for 30 minutes. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Decorate: Once cooled, layer the ombre hearts by stacking them, starting with the uncolored heart, followed by the pink, and finally the red on top. Add sprinkles if desired.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 24 cookies
- Calories: 120kcal
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
