Looking to impress your loved one this Valentine’s Day? These Red Velvet Heart Thumbprint Cookies are just the treat to make your celebration extra special. With their vibrant color and rich flavor, they’re not only delicious but also the perfect festive addition to your dessert table.
These cookies are a delightful twist on traditional thumbprint cookies, featuring a soft red velvet base and a sweet center that can be filled with your favorite jam or chocolate. It’s a fun baking project that results in adorable Valentine’s cookies that will melt hearts.
Imagine the moment your loved one takes a bite and smiles at the sweet surprise inside. These Red Velvet Heart Thumbprint Cookies are sure to become a cherished recipe for all your future Valentine’s Days.
Sweet and Festive Red Velvet Heart Thumbprint Cookies
These Red Velvet Heart Thumbprint Cookies are soft, tender, and beautifully colored, offering a delightful blend of cocoa and vanilla flavors. The sweet filling adds a delicious contrast, making each bite a perfect balance of flavors tailored for Valentine’s Day.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup jam or chocolate ganache for filling
- Powdered sugar for dusting (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 flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg, food coloring, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a dough forms.
- Shape Cookies: Scoop tablespoons of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet and use your thumb to make an indention in the center of each ball.
- Fill with Jam: Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes. Remove from the oven and immediately fill the thumbprint with your choice of jam or chocolate ganache.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 24 cookies
- Calories: 150kcal
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
