Description

These Valentine Butter Cookies are melt-in-your-mouth delicious, with a rich, buttery flavor and a crisp, tender texture. They’re perfect for sharing with loved ones, gifting to friends, or simply treating yourself! Decorate them with festive icing, sprinkles, or a drizzle of chocolate for an extra special touch.

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Ingredients

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For the Cookies:

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon almond extract (optional)
2 cups all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt

For Decoration:

½ cup white or pink royal icing
¼ cup melted dark or white chocolate
Assorted Valentine’s sprinkles

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Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Dough

In a large bowl, cream together butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
Mix in vanilla extract and almond extract (if using).
Gradually add flour and salt, mixing until a dough forms.

Step 2: Chill the Dough

Shape the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.

Step 3: Roll & Cut the Cookies

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to about ¼-inch thickness.
Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out cookies and place them on the baking sheet.

Step 4: Bake the Cookies

Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Let the cookies cool completely before decorating.

Step 5: Decorate & Enjoy!

Drizzle with melted chocolate or decorate with royal icing and sprinkles.
Allow the decorations to set before serving or gifting.

Notes

Use High-Quality Butter: The rich, buttery flavor is the star of this recipe.
Chill the Dough: This prevents the cookies from spreading too much while baking.
Don’t Overbake: They should be just lightly golden around the edges.
Customize: Add food coloring to the dough for pink cookies, or use different shaped cutters!

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Cuisine: American