Description
Make your loved ones smile with these Heart-Shaped Chocolate Chip Cookies! Perfect for Valentine’s Day or any special occasion, these cookies are soft, chewy, and full of chocolatey goodness. Add a touch of sweetness with optional decorations.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Heart-shaped cookie cutter
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the vanilla extract and eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Chill the Dough:
- Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour. This helps the cookies hold their shape when baked.
- Roll and Cut:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about ¼-inch thickness.
- Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out cookies and place them on the prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
- Bake the Cookies:
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look slightly soft; they will set as they cool.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Decorate (Optional):
- Drizzle the cookies with melted chocolate or sprinkle with pink or red sprinkles for extra Valentine’s Day flair.
Notes
- Chilling the dough is essential for maintaining the heart shape during baking.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg