Soft Valentine’s Day Frosted Sugar Cookies

why make this recipe

Soft Valentine’s Day Frosted Sugar Cookies are perfect for celebrating love and friendship. These cookies are not only delicious but also beautiful, making them great for sharing with friends, family, or that special someone. Their soft texture and sweet, colorful frosting make them a delightful treat that can brighten anyone’s day.

how to make Soft Valentine’s Day Frosted Sugar Cookies

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup butter (Salted or unsalted, softened)
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 large egg white
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 1 & 1/3 cup + 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup butter (softened)
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pink gel food coloring
• Valentine’s Day sprinkles

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Mix until it’s light and fluffy.
3. Add the egg white and vanilla to the butter mixture. Beat until well combined.
4. In another bowl, mix the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
6. Roll the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7. Flatten each ball slightly with your hand.
8. Bake for about 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
9. Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack.
10. For the frosting, in a bowl, beat together the softened butter, powdered sugar, cream, and vanilla extract until smooth.
11. Add pink gel food coloring to achieve your desired shade of pink.
12. Frost the cooled cookies and top them with Valentine’s Day sprinkles.

how to serve Soft Valentine’s Day Frosted Sugar Cookies

These cookies can be served on a decorative plate for a lovely presentation. They are perfect for sharing at parties, or you can gift them in a cute cookie box. Serve them with a cup of hot cocoa or milk for a cozy treat.

how to store Soft Valentine’s Day Frosted Sugar Cookies

To keep your cookies fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature. They can last for about a week. If you want to enjoy them longer, you can freeze the cookies without frosting. Just make sure they are completely cooled before placing them in a freezer-safe bag.

tips to make Soft Valentine’s Day Frosted Sugar Cookies

• Make sure the butter is softened to room temperature for easy mixing.
• Don’t overmix the dough; it should just come together.
• Use parchment paper on the baking sheet for easy removal of cookies.
• Let the cookies cool completely before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.

variation

You can easily change the flavor of these cookies by adding a little almond extract instead of vanilla. For a chocolate twist, consider adding cocoa powder to the dough or using chocolate frosting.

FAQs

Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Yes, you can use margarine, but the flavor and texture might differ a bit.

Can I make these cookies ahead of time?
Yes, the cookies can be made a few days in advance. Just store them properly to keep them fresh.

What if I don’t have pink gel food coloring?
You can use any food coloring you have, or leave them white for a classic look!

Soft Valentine's Day Frosted Sugar Cookies

These cookies are soft and beautifully frosted, making them a perfect treat for Valentine's Day to share with loved ones.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Servings: 24 cookies

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the cookie dough

• 1/2 cup butter (Salted or unsalted, softened) Ensure it is softened to room temperature
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 large egg white
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour Plus 1 tablespoon
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

For the frosting

• 1/2 cup butter (softened)
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• to taste Pink gel food coloring Add until desired shade is achieved
• to taste Valentine's Day sprinkles For decoration

Method

 

Preparation

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the egg white and vanilla to the butter mixture and beat until well combined.

Cookie Dough Mix

1. In another bowl, mix the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
2. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
3. Roll the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Flatten each ball slightly with your hand.

Baking

1. Bake for about 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
2. Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack.

Frosting

1. In a bowl, beat together the softened butter, powdered sugar, cream, and vanilla extract until smooth.
2. Add pink gel food coloring to achieve your desired shade.
3. Frost the cooled cookies and top them with Valentine's Day sprinkles.

Notes

Make sure the butter is softened to room temperature for easy mixing. Don't overmix the dough. Use parchment paper on the baking sheet for easy removal. Let cookies cool completely before frosting.