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Slice and Bake Heart Cookies

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These Slice and Bake Heart Cookies are buttery shortbread cookies with an adorable pink heart center, perfect for Valentine’s Day or any sweet occasion.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup (170g) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 2/3 cup (80g) powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp almond extract (optional)
  • Pink or red food coloring

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  2. In a separate bowl, cream together butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add vanilla and almond extract and mix until combined.
  4. Add dry ingredients and mix until dough forms.
  5. Divide dough into two equal portions. Tint one half with pink or red food coloring and mix until color is evenly distributed.
  6. Roll the colored dough to about 1/2-inch thickness and use a small heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out hearts. Stack the hearts together in a log and freeze for 15-20 minutes.
  7. Roll the plain dough into logs and flatten slightly. Press the chilled heart log into the center and wrap the plain dough around it, sealing any seams.
  8. Chill the full log for 1-2 hours until firm.
  9. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  10. Slice the chilled dough into 1/4-inch slices and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  11. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until just set. Let cool completely before serving.

Notes

  • Chilling the dough is essential for maintaining the heart shape during baking.
  • You can use natural food coloring if preferred.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

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