Valentine Decorated Cookies (Print-Friendly Version)
Tender heart-shaped sugar cookies decorated with vibrant royal icing, ideal for festive celebrations and sharing.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Dry Ingredients
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344 grams all-purpose flour
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5 grams baking soda
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2 grams baking powder
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3 grams salt
→ Wet Ingredients
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227 grams unsalted butter, softened
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300 grams white sugar
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1 large egg
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5 milliliters vanilla extract
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2.5 milliliters almond extract
→ Decoration
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Royal icing, as needed
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Food coloring, as needed
# Detailed Directions:
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Preheat the oven to 190°C to ensure it reaches the correct baking temperature before preparing the dough.
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In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until evenly blended.
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Using a hand or stand mixer, beat the softened butter and sugar in a large bowl until the mixture is light and smooth.
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Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract to the creamed mixture, beating until fully combined and fragrant.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing continuously until a soft dough forms.
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Roll the dough on a lightly floured surface to approximately 6 millimeters thickness, then cut into heart shapes using cookie cutters.
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Place the cut cookies on ungreased baking sheets, spaced about 2.5 centimeters apart, and bake for 8 to 10 minutes until edges turn lightly golden.
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Transfer the baked cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before decorating with royal icing and food coloring as desired.
# Helpful Advice:
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Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming and a smoother dough consistency.