Valentine's Day Sugar Cookies
Delightful sugar cookies bursting with creamy buttery flavor, perfect for expressing love during Valentine's Day.
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 100kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened For richness and flavor
- 1 cup granulated sugar For sweetness
- 1 large egg Binding agent
- 1 tsp vanilla extract Enhances flavor
- 3 cups all-purpose flour Essential building block
- 1.5 tsp baking powder Leavening agent
- 0.5 tsp salt Enhances sweetness
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth and well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture into the butter mixture, stirring until just combined to form a thick dough.
- Divide the dough in half and roll out one portion to about 1/4-inch thickness on a lightly floured surface.
- Use cookie cutters to cut out heart shapes or other festive shapes.
- Place the cut-out cookies onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cooling on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Decorate the cooled cookies with frosting, sprinkles, or other festive decorations.
Notes
For enhanced flavor, consider adding almond extract or food coloring to your frosting. You can also incorporate lemon zest for a refreshing twist. Store in an airtight container for up to one week.