Baking sweetheart cookies for loved ones is a thoughtful and delightful way to express your affection and create lasting memories. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting, these delicious treats are sure to bring a smile to anyone's face. With countless variations and personal touches, crafting the perfect sweetheart cookies is an art form that combines creativity, love, and a pinch of sweetness. From classic sugar cookies adorned with heart-shaped sprinkles to decadent chocolate chip cookies bursting with love, the possibilities are endless. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a delightful journey of creating heartfelt cookies that will warm the hearts of your loved ones.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
SWEETHEART COOKIES
These rounds filled with fruit preserves were blue-ribbon winners at the county fair two years running. A family favorite, they never last beyond December 25! —Pamela Esposito, Smithville, New Jersey
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add egg yolk; mix well. Stir in the flour by hand. On a lightly floured surface, gently knead dough for 2-3 minutes or until thoroughly combined. , Roll into 1-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Using the end of a wooden spoon handle, make an indention in the center of each. Fill each with 1/4 teaspoon preserves. , Bake for 13-15 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Remove to wire racks. Dust warm cookies with confectioners' sugar if desired. Cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 102 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 46mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
SWEETHEART COOKIES
Sugar cookie mix and chocolate candies make sweet partners in a super simple cookie.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 1h
Yield 36
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Make cookie dough as directed on package, stirring in flour. Roll dough into 36 (1-inch) balls. Combine sugars and coffee powder in small bowl. Roll balls in sugar-coffee mixture. Place about 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet.
- Bake at 375°F 7 to 9 minutes or until set. Immediately press 1 chocolate-striped candy into center of each cookie. Allow to stand about 5 minutes until soft; press lightly. Top melted candy with chocolate candy.
- If desired, reverse the candies on the cookies. Cool; place on cooling racks. Cool completely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 70 mg, Sugar 13 g, TransFat 1/2 g
SWEETHEART SANDWICH COOKIES
A rich creamy frosting nestles between two cookies for a sandwich cookie favorite.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 1h
Yield 42
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. In medium bowl, stir cookie mix and flour until well blended. Add butter, egg and almond extract; stir until soft dough forms.
- Roll dough into 84 (1/2-inch) balls. Roll each ball in sugar. Place balls 1 inch apart on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake 7 to 9 minutes or until set. Cool 1 minute; remove from cookie sheet to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 15 minutes.
- For each sandwich cookie, spread 1 teaspoon frosting on bottom of 1 cooled cookie. Top with second cookie, bottom side down; gently press cookies together. Roll sides of sandwich cookie in sprinkles.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (1 Cookie), Sodium 65 mg, Sugar 10 g, TransFat 1 g
CHOCOLATE SWEET HEARTS
These crisp, delicate cookies have less than 50 calories each. Swap in different cookie cutters for other occasions; adjust the baking time accordingly.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Cookie Recipes
Time 55m
Yield Makes 42
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a bowl, whisk together flour,cocoa, baking soda, and salt. Inanother bowl set over (not in) asaucepan of simmering water,place chocolate, butter, and brownsugar; stir frequently until almostcompletely melted. Remove fromheat, and stir until completelymelted; let cool slightly.
- Add egg to chocolate mixture.With a mixer on low, beat until wellblended. Gradually stir in flourmixture (dough will form a ball).
- Divide dough in half; roll out eachhalf on a sheet of parchment paperto a 1/4-inch thickness. Transfer eachhalf (still on paper) to a baking sheet;freeze until firm, about 20 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Workingwith one half at a time, flip doughonto a work surface; peel off paper.Using a 2-inch heart-shaped cookiecutter, cut out cookies; place, 1/2 inchapart, on 2 baking sheets. Bakeuntil firm and fragrant, about 8 to 10minutes. Transfer cookies to arack to cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 47 g, Fat 3 g, Protein 1 g
SWEETHEART COOKIE SANDWICHES
Steps:
- In a large bowl, beat together shortening, butter or margarine and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and peppermint extract; beat well.
- Sift together flour, baking powder and salt; add to shortening mixture alternating with milk and mix well. Stir in oats; add in just enough food coloring to make a pink dough. Cover and chill for 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Roll out dough on a lightly floured board; cut out cookies with a floured 2 inch cookie cutter. Place on a lightly greased cookie sheet.
- Bake in preheated oven for about 6 minutes. Remove cookies from sheet to cool.
- Frost half of the cookies with frosting; top with remaining cookies, sandwich style.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 98.5 calories, Carbohydrate 15.2 g, Cholesterol 6.5 mg, Fat 4 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 55.2 mg, Sugar 9.6 g
SWEETHEART COOKIES
These rounds filled with fruit preserves were blue-ribbon winners at a New Jersey county fair.
Provided by Allrecipes Member
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add egg yolk; mix well. Stir in the flour by hand. On a lightly floured surface, gently knead dough for 2-3 minutes or until thoroughly combined. Roll into 1-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Using the end of a wooden spoon handle, make an indention in the center of each. Fill each with 1/4 teaspoon preserves.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 13-15 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Remove to wire racks. Dust warm cookies with confectioners' sugar if desired. Cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 111.5 calories, Carbohydrate 13.7 g, Cholesterol 23.8 mg, Fat 6 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 41.4 mg, Sugar 7.6 g
SWEETHEART COCONUT COOKIES
Ruby red jam and coarse sugar add a festive look to these crisp sandwich cookies that are the perfect gift for loved ones. My husband likes coconut, so I make these for his birthday. -Jo Ellen Helmlinger, Columbus, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield about 3-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place coconut and sugar in a food processor; cover and process until coconut is coarsely chopped. In a large bowl, cut butter into flour until crumbly. Stir in coconut mixture. Stir in eggs and vanilla., On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough to 1/8-in. thickness. Cut with a 2-1/2-in. heart-shaped cookie cutter dipped in flour. Using a 1-in. heart-shaped cookie cutter, cut out the center of half of the cookies. Reroll small cutouts if desired. , Place solid and cutout cookies 1 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 7-9 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Remove to wire racks., In a small bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar, water and vanilla; brush over warm cookies with cutout centers. Immediately sprinkle with coarse white sugar if desired. Spread 1/2 teaspoon of jam over the bottom of each solid cookie; place cookies with cutout centers over jam.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 104 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 42mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
Tips:
- Use softened butter for a creamier cookie.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading.
- Bake the cookies until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- To make the cookies extra special, you can decorate them with sprinkles, chocolate chips, or nuts before baking.
Conclusion:
Sweetheart cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion, be it Valentine's Day, a birthday, or just a sweet snack. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a batch of these delightful cookies that will surely be enjoyed by everyone. So next time you're looking for a special treat, give these sweetheart cookies a try - you won't be disappointed!
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