In this article, we will explore a delicious and easy-to-prepare recipe.

Fast and Easy Valentine’s Sugar Cookies: A Sweet Treat for Your Sweetheart

Valentine’s Day is the perfect occasion to express love and affection through delightful homemade treats. What better way to spread love than with a batch of Fast and Easy Valentine’s Sugar Cookies? These cookies are not only delicious but also simple to make, allowing you to focus more on spending quality time with your loved ones. With their buttery texture, sweet flavor, and a touch of vanilla and almond, these cookies are sure to melt hearts.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Quick and Easy

With a total time of just 25 minutes, these cookies make for a quick baking project. Whether you’re planning a last-minute treat or a baking session with kids, the straightforward steps ensure a stress-free experience.

Versatile and Customizable

The recipe accommodates both traditional and gluten-free diets, making it accessible to a wide range of dietary preferences. Additionally, the option to add food coloring offers a fun way to customize your cookies with festive colors.

A Sweet Gesture

These cookies are perfect for sharing. Their charming shapes and sweet taste make them an ideal gift for friends, family, or that special someone in your life.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature or softened slightly)
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for sprinkling on top of cookies)
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp almond extract (optional)
• 3 cups flour or gluten-free flour blend
• 1 1/4 tsp xanthan gum (only if using gluten-free flour blend that doesn’t contain xanthan gum)
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 3/4 tsp salt

Directions

1. Cream Butter and Sugars
   In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar for two minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy.

2. Incorporate Eggs
   Add the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is well incorporated before adding the next.

3. Add Extracts
   Blend in the vanilla extract and, if desired, the almond extract for an extra layer of flavor.

4. Combine Dry Ingredients
   In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, xanthan gum (if using gluten-free flour), baking powder, and salt.

5. Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients
   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, one cup at a time, until well blended.

6. Color the Dough
   Add 1-3 drops of food coloring to achieve your preferred hue. Mix until the color is evenly distributed.

7. Form and Knead Dough
   Divide the dough into two balls. Knead each ball until smooth and the color is fully blended.

8. Roll and Cut Shapes
   Roll out the dough on parchment paper, a baking mat, or a floured surface to a thickness of 1/4 to 1/3 inch. Use a greased cookie cutter to create desired shapes.

9. Chill and Bake
   Place the cut shapes on parchment-lined cookie sheets and chill in the fridge for 10-15 minutes. Bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 6-9 minutes, watching closely to avoid browning the edges.

10. Cool and Finish
    Allow the cookies to cool on the sheet for 3-5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack. Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar using a mesh strainer.

Nutritional Information

• Calories: 157 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 19 g
• Protein: 2 g
• Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Cholesterol: 34 mg
• Sodium: 84 mg
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 7 g
• Serving Size: 1 cookie

Final Thoughts

These Fast and Easy Valentine’s Sugar Cookies are a delightful way to celebrate love and togetherness. Whether you’re baking for a romantic evening or a fun family gathering, these cookies will add a touch of sweetness to your day. Enjoy them with a warm cup of tea or a glass of milk, and most importantly, share them with those you cherish. Happy Valentine’s Day!

Fast and Easy Valentine’s Sugar Cookies

Bake these delightful sugar cookies to sweeten up your Valentine’s Day. They’re easy to make and perfect for sharing with loved ones.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Chilling Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Servings: 24 cookies

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 157

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Sugar Cookies

• 227 g unsalted butter room temperature or softened slightly
• 100 g granulated sugar
• 100 g powdered sugar plus extra for sprinkling on top of cookies
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 0.5 tsp almond extract optional
• 384 g flour or gluten free flour blend
• 1.25 tsp xanthan gum OPTIONAL – only if using gluten free flour blend that doesn’t contain xanthan gum
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 0.75 tsp salt

Equipment

• Mixer

Method

 

1. Cream butter and both types of sugar in mixing bowl for two minutes.
2. Add eggs, one at a time, and blend until well incorporated.
3. Add vanilla extract (and almond extract if using) and mix until combined.
4. In separate bowl, whisk together dry ingredients.
5. Add dry ingredients, a cup at a time, to wet ingredients, mixing until blended.
6. Add 1-3 drops of food coloring, depending on desired intensity.
7. Mix until dough begins to form and color is blended.
8. Remove dough and divide into two balls.
9. Knead each ball of dough until color is fully blended and smooth.
10. Roll out dough on parchment paper, baking mat, or floured surface.
11. Roll to 1/4 inch or 1/3 thick and cut out shapes with greased cookie cutter.
12. Move shapes onto parchment lined cookie sheets and chill for 10-15 minutes in fridge.
13. Bake in 350 F oven for 6-9 minutes, depending on size and thickness.
14. Watch closely and remove when cookies firm in the middle and before edges brown.
15. Allow to cool for 3-5 minutes on cookie sheet to allow cookies to continue cooking and to firm up.
16. Move cookies to cooling rack, if desired.
17. Once fully cooled, use a mesh strainer to dust cookies with powdered sugar.

Notes

These cookies can be customized with different food coloring or sprinkles to match any occasion. They pair well with a glass of milk or your favorite tea.