Valentine Heart Cookies

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Valentine Heart Cookies.

1. Step 1

   Begin by preheating your oven to a cozy 375°F (190°C) and prepare two cookie sheets with Reynolds Parchment Paper for easy cleanup.

2. Step 2

   In a spacious mixing bowl, use an electric mixer on medium speed to cream the softened butter for about 30 seconds until it's light and fluffy.

3. Step 3

   Next, introduce the granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt, blending them together thoroughly while scraping down the bowl as needed to ensure an even mix.

4. Step 4

   Now, add in the egg, milk, and vanilla extract, stirring until everything is harmoniously combined.

5. Step 5

   Gradually incorporate the all-purpose flour, mixing until the dough begins to form.

6. Step 6

   If necessary, switch to a wooden spoon to fold in any remaining flour until fully integrated.

7. Step 7

   If your dough feels a bit too soft, simply cover it and let it chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to make it more manageable.

8. Step 8

   When ready, roll out half of the dough at a time between two sheets of parchment paper, aiming for a thickness of 1/8 to 1/4 inch.

9. Step 9

   With a 2 1/2-inch heart-shaped cookie cutter, cut out your cookie shapes, re-rolling the dough as needed until every last bit is used.

10. Step 10

    Arrange the cut-out cookies on the prepared sheets, leaving about an inch of space between each.

11. Step 11

    Bake in your preheated oven for 6 to 8 minutes, watching for the edges to firm up and the bottoms to turn a lovely golden brown.

12. Step 12

    Once baked, carefully transfer the parchment paper with the cookies to wire racks to cool completely.

13. Step 13

    After they’ve cooled, slide the parchment onto a work surface.

14. Step 14

    For a fun finishing touch, tint your vanilla frosting with food coloring to create a vibrant palette.

15. Step 15

    Frost the cookies with one color and use another to pipe delightful messages on top, turning each cookie into a sweet work of art.

16. Step 16

    Enjoy the process and share your delicious creations with loved ones!.