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Giant Valentine’s Heart Cookie

Giant Valentine’s Heart Cookie

This Giant Valentine’s Heart Cookie is a delightful treat that combines taste and artistry, perfect for celebrating love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 3 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour essential for cookie's structure
  • 1 cup granulated sugar adds sweetness
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar offers moisture and caramel flavor
  • 1 cup unsalted butter use room temperature for easy creaming
  • 1 large egg binds ingredients together
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder helps the cookie puff up
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract infuses sweet aroma
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt enhances sweetness
For the Decoration
  • 1 cup frosting store-bought or homemade
  • 1/2 cup sprinkles heart-shaped or colorful

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

How to Make
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl until well combined.
  3. Cream the softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy.
  4. Incorporate the egg and vanilla extract into the butter-sugar mixture, mixing until fully combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Shape the dough into a large heart on your prepared baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 15-18 minutes, until the edges are golden brown and the center is still soft.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure butter is softened properly for best creaming consistency. Avoid overmixing the dough after adding dry ingredients to maintain a soft texture.

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