18+ Recipe For Valentine Sugar Cookies Experience Flavor Like Never Before!

Ingredients:

Dry Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt

Wet Ingredients:

• 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Decorating Ingredients:

• 1 cup royal icing
• Food coloring (red, pink, and white)
• Sprinkles, heart-shaped candies, or any other desired toppings

Instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
2. In a separate mixing bowl, cream together the wet ingredients: butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
3. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
4. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
5. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness and use your favorite Valentine's Day cookie cutters to cut out your desired shapes.
6. Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
7. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. While the cookies are cooling, prepare your royal icing by mixing together powdered sugar and water until you reach a thick, spreadable consistency.
9. Divide the icing into three bowls and add a few drops of red, pink, and white food coloring to each bowl.
10. Once the cookies have cooled, use a spatula or a piping bag to spread or pipe the icing onto the cookies.
11. Add your desired sprinkles or toppings before the icing sets.
12. Let the icing dry completely before storing the cookies in an airtight container.

These Valentine sugar cookies are not only delicious, but they also make for the perfect homemade gift for your loved ones. Get creative with your decorations and make each cookie unique and special. Whether you're spending Valentine's Day with your significant other, family or friends, these cookies are sure to bring a smile to their faces. Happy baking and happy Valentine's Day!