Spicy Red Hot Cinnamon Sugar Cookies for Valentine's Day

Looking for a sweet treat to impress your loved ones this Valentine’s Day? These Red Hot Cinnamon Sugar Cookies pack a delightful punch of flavor, perfect for sharing with friends or that special someone. Their vibrant red hue and spicy cinnamon flavor make them a unique addition to your Valentine’s cookies roster.

Imagine biting into a soft, chewy cookie that combines the sweetness of sugar with a fiery hint of cinnamon — that’s what these cookies bring to the table! They’re not just visually appealing; they also offer a deliciously warm twist that’s perfect for the season of love.

The Perfect Valentine’s Cookies

A stack of spiced red hot cinnamon sugar cookies on a decorative plate, perfect for Valentine

These Red Hot Cinnamon Sugar Cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with a sweet cinnamon flavor. Rolled in a mix of sugar and ground cinnamon, they offer a lovely crunch while the inside stays tender. Serve them on a platter for a festive touch on Valentine’s Day.

Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup Red Hot candies, crushed
1/4 cup sugar for rolling

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
Add Red Hot Cinnamon: Fold in the crushed Red Hot candies, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Shape the Cookies: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls, then roll each ball in the sugar until fully coated.
Bake: Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look slightly underbaked but will firm up as they cool.
Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.