Description
Delightful and whimsical treats perfect for spreading joy on Valentine’s Day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1 ½ cups Granulated Sugar
- 1 cup Unsalted Butter, softened
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 tsp Baking Powder
- 2 tsp Vanilla Extract
- Colored Sprinkles, for decoration
- Mini Chocolate Chips or Chopped Nuts, for optional add-ins
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add in the eggs and vanilla extract until well blended.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until combined.
- If using add-ins, fold them into the dough.
- Shape the dough with cookie cutters or scoop for rustic cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes and allow cooling before decorating.
Notes
Let kids help with decorating for added fun. Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes if it’s too warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Valentine's Day, treats, cookies, sweets, family recipe, baking, festive desserts