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Valentines Sugar Cookies
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Valentine’s Sugar Cookies

These Valentine’s Sugar Cookies are classic cut-out cookies with soft centers and clean edges, perfect for decorating. They hold their shape beautifully and taste just as good as they look. Great for gifting, sharing, or baking with kids.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
30 minutes
Servings: 24
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 160
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

Sugar Cookies
  • 1 cup unsalted butter room temperature
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
Decorating (Choose One)
  • Royal icing prepared, as needed
  • Buttercream frosting prepared, as needed

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Rolling pin
  • Cookie cutters
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Add the eggs and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
  3. Add flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix on low speed until a soft dough forms.
  4. Lightly flour a work surface and roll dough to even thickness.
  5. Cut dough into Valentine shapes and place on a baking sheet.
  6. Chill dough for 20–30 minutes if warm or sticky (optional).
  7. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–12 minutes until bottoms are lightly golden.
  8. Cool cookies completely before decorating with icing or frosting.