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Heavenly Valentine Chocolate Sugar Cookies

Valentine’s Day is a time for love, affection, and, of course, indulgent desserts. Nothing says “I love you” quite like homemade cookies, crafted with care and a touch of sweetness. This year, elevate your Valentine’s Day celebrations with these charming Valentine Chocolate Sugar Cookies. With a rich chocolate flavor and a delightful crunch from milk chocolate Valentine M&M’s, these cookies are sure to win over hearts.

The Recipe: Valentine Chocolate Sugar Cookies

Ingredients:

• 1-1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 sticks butter, at room temperature
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup Dutch process cocoa powder
• 1/2 bag milk chocolate Valentine M&M’s

Instructions:

1. Cream the Butter and Sugar:
   Start by combining the butter and granulated sugar in a stand mixer. Beat on medium speed until the mixture becomes light and fluffy. This should take about 3-5 minutes, creating a creamy base for your cookies.

2. Incorporate the Egg and Vanilla:
   Reduce the mixer speed to low and add the egg and vanilla extract. Continue mixing until they’re just combined. This step ensures your cookies have a rich, even texture.

3. Add the Dry Ingredients:
   Gradually add the all-purpose flour and Dutch process cocoa powder to the mixer. Mix slowly until the ingredients are fully incorporated, forming a cohesive dough. The cocoa powder will infuse the cookies with a deep chocolate flavor.

4. Prepare to Roll Out the Dough:
   Transfer the cookie dough onto a large piece of parchment paper. Place another sheet of parchment on top, and roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness. Rolling between parchment paper prevents sticking and makes transferring easier.

5. Chill the Dough:
   Carefully place your rolled-out dough, still sandwiched between parchment paper, on a cutting board. Refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes. Chilling helps the dough firm up, making it easier to cut into shapes.

6. Preheat and Prep:
   Once your dough is chilled, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove the top layer of parchment paper and use heart-shaped cookie cutters to cut out your cookies.

7. Transfer and Decorate:
   Use a thin spatula to transfer the cut-out cookies to an ungreased cookie sheet. Decorate each cookie with the milk chocolate Valentine M&M’s, pressing them gently into the dough.

8. Bake to Perfection:
   Place the cookie sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-13 minutes. The cookies should be set but not too firm, as they’ll continue to harden as they cool.

9. Cool Completely:
   Allow the cookies to cool completely on the baking sheet before transferring them to an airtight container. This prevents them from breaking and helps them maintain their shape.

10. Repeat:
    Roll out, cut, decorate, and bake the remaining dough until you’ve used it all. Enjoy the process and anticipate the delicious results.

Tips for Perfect Valentine Chocolate Sugar Cookies

• Room Temperature Butter: Ensuring your butter is at room temperature is crucial for achieving the right texture. It should be soft enough to leave an indent when pressed but not melting.
• Uniform Thickness: Rolling the dough evenly ensures consistent baking. Using rolling pin guides can help achieve uniform thickness.
• Chill Your Dough: Don’t skip the chilling step. It prevents the cookies from spreading too much, maintaining their adorable heart shapes.

These Valentine Chocolate Sugar Cookies are more than just a dessert; they’re a heartfelt gesture. Whether you’re gifting them to a loved one or sharing them with friends, these cookies are a delightful way to celebrate the season of love. Happy baking and even happier Valentine’s Day!

Valentine Chocolate Sugar Cookies

These delightful Valentine-themed sugar cookies are perfect for any festive occasion, featuring rich chocolate flavors and colorful M&M’s for a sweet touch.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 13 minutes mins

Chilling Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 3 minutes mins

Servings: 24 cookies

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Cookie Dough

• 250 g granulated sugar
• 2 sticks butter room temperature
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 260 g all-purpose flour
• 60 g dutch process cocoa powder
• 1/2 bag milk chocolate Valentine M&M’s

Equipment

• Mixer
• Parchment Paper
• Rolling Pin
• Cookie Cutters

Method

 

1. In mixer, combine butter & sugar. Beat on medium speed until light & fluffy.
2. Turn the mixer to low & add egg & vanilla. Beat until just combined.
3. Slowly beat in flour & cocoa.
4. Transfer dough to large piece of parchment paper.
5. Place another piece on top & roll out to about 1/4 inch thick piece of cookie dough between the 2 sheets of parchment.
6. Place on cutting board & refrigerate at least 30 minutes.
7. Once dough is finished chilling, preheat oven to 350 degrees.
8. Remove top layer of parchment & use your cutters to cut your hearts.
9. Use a thin spatula to transfer cut out cookies to ungreased cookie sheet.
10. Place your M&M’s on your cookies & bake 10-13 minutes.
11. Allow to cool on baking sheet completely before transferring to airtight container.
12. Repeat rolling, cutting & baking until you have used all the dough.

Notes

These cookies are perfect for Valentine’s Day. You can store them in an airtight container for up to a week.