Description
These soft and chewy Valentine’s Day Frosted Sugar Cookies are the perfect treat to share with loved ones. With a light and buttery texture, topped with a sweet and colorful frosting, these cookies are a festive way to celebrate the occasion. Perfect for gifting, parties, or enjoying with family, these cookies will melt in your mouth!
Ingredients
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For the Sugar Cookies:
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp almond extract (optional)
- 1/4 cup sour cream or buttermilk
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For the Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsp milk (adjust for consistency)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Food coloring (optional, for pink or red colors)
- Sprinkles (optional, for decoration)
Instructions
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Make the Sugar Cookie Dough:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using) and mix until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Add the sour cream or buttermilk and mix until the dough comes together.
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Shape and Bake the Cookies:
- Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls.
- Place the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Gently flatten each dough ball with the bottom of a glass or your hand.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Prepare the Frosting:
- In a medium bowl, beat together the softened butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Gradually add the milk and vanilla extract and beat until fluffy and smooth.
- If you want colored frosting, divide the frosting into separate bowls and add a few drops of food coloring to each.
- Stir until the color is evenly distributed.
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Frost the Cookies:
- Once the cookies have completely cooled, spread the frosting on top using a butter knife or offset spatula.
- Decorate with sprinkles or other fun toppings for an extra festive touch.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Enjoy your sweet and soft Valentine’s Day Frosted Sugar Cookies with loved ones!
Notes
- Make sure your cookies are completely cooled before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
- If you prefer a crispier cookie, bake them a little longer. For a softer, chewy texture, remove them from the oven when the edges are just golden.
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week, or frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg