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kids valentines cookies

Kids Valentines Cookies: 7 Sweet Steps to Joyful Baking


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 32 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious cookies for kids to celebrate Valentine’s Day.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • 2 tablespoons milk (for frosting)
  • Food coloring (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light.
  3. Add the egg and vanilla, mix well.
  4. In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture.
  6. Roll dough into small balls and place on baking sheets.
  7. Flatten each ball slightly with your hand.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden.
  9. Allow cookies to cool completely.
  10. Mix powdered sugar and milk to create frosting. Add food coloring if desired.
  11. Frost the cookies and let them set.

Notes

  • Store cookies in an airtight container.
  • Use cookie cutters for fun shapes.
  • Decorate with sprinkles for extra fun.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

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