Description
Delicious heart-shaped cookies that are simple to make and perfect for any occasion, filled with nostalgia and love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add in the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just incorporated.
- Divide the dough in half and shape into logs, wrap in parchment paper, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Slice the chilled dough into heart shapes and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until lightly golden. Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Chill dough thoroughly to prevent spreading. Use room temperature ingredients for better incorporation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cookies, baking, heart-shaped, dessert, family recipe