Name: Heart-Shaped Valentine's Day Sugar Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 cup vegan butter; 1/4 cup almond milk; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; Vegan icing (optional) for decoration; Sprinkles (optional)

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introduction

Make fun heart cookies for a day of love. These Heart-Shaped Valentine’s Day Sugar Cookies use simple items. You can cut them with a heart cutter and frost them in bright red or pink. If you like other sweet ideas, try this small recipe for Blueberry Lemon Cookies for a different treat.

why make this recipe

This recipe makes soft, sweet cookies that many will like. You can make them dairy free and still have good taste. You can make them with kids. You can share them at a party or give them as a gift. For more bake ideas, see this fun Blueberry Cheesecake Swirl Cookies.

how to make Heart-Shaped Valentine’s Day Sugar Cookies

Work in clear steps. Read all steps first. Wash your hands and clean your work area. Preheat the oven and get a baking sheet with parchment. Mix the wet then add dry. Roll the dough and cut hearts. Bake and wait for the cookies to cool before you add icing. If you need a roll or dough idea for a sweet table, this note may help: try a dough twist like Buttery Pecan Pie Crescent Rolls.

Ingredients :

1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup vegan butter
1/4 cup almond milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
Vegan icing (optional) for decoration
Sprinkles (optional)

Note: If you like a change in taste, try a spice or chip like in the Chewy Maple Cinnamon Cookies.

Directions :

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a mixing bowl, cream together the sugar and vegan butter until light and fluffy.
Add in the almond milk 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 a dough forms.
Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick.
Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out the cookies and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
Allow the cookies to cool before decorating with vegan icing and sprinkles, if desired.

how to serve Heart-Shaped Valentine’s Day Sugar Cookies

Place cookies on a clean plate or a pretty tray. Add a small doily or paper cup if you like. Serve with tea, almond milk, or coffee. Give them in a box with a ribbon for a small gift.

how to store Heart-Shaped Valentine’s Day Sugar Cookies

Let the cookies cool fully. Put them in an airtight box or jar. Store at room temp for 3-4 days. For more time, freeze them in a bag for up to 1 month. Thaw before you add icing.

tips to make Heart-Shaped Valentine’s Day Sugar Cookies

Use cold vegan butter that you can cream well.
Do not mix the dough too long. Mix until it joins.
Chill the dough 15 minutes if it feels too soft.
Use a thin, sharp cutter for clean heart edges.
Let the cookies cool on a rack first, then ice.
For extra fun bake ideas, look at this Chocolate Marshmallow Swirl Cookies.

variation (if any)

Add a bit of lemon zest for a fresh taste.
Use cocoa powder for a chocolate heart cookie.
Make mini hearts for bite size snacks.
Add food color to the icing for red, pink, or white looks.

FAQs (minimum three FAQ)

Q: Can I use cow milk instead of almond milk?
A: Yes. Use the same amount of cow milk if you do not need vegan cookies.

Q: Can I make the dough the day before?
A: Yes. Wrap the dough and keep it in the fridge. Roll and cut the next day.

Q: How do I keep the cookie shape when baking?
A: Chill the cut cookies on the tray for 10 minutes before you bake. This helps them keep the heart shape.

Q: Can I freeze the baked cookies?
A: Yes. Freeze in a tight box. Add paper between layers so they do not stick.

Q: What oven time is best?
A: Bake 8-10 minutes. Watch the edges. Take them out when the edges turn light gold.

Conclusion

For more tips and a similar heart sugar cookie guide, see Valentine’s Day Cookies – Sally’s Baking (https://sallysbakingaddiction.com/valentines-day-heart-sugar-cookies/).