Valentine’s Day Swirl Cookies
Valentine’s Day Swirl Cookies are a delightful treat that combines buttery, soft cookie dough swirled with vibrant shades of red and pink. These cookies are not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to make, perfect for any baking enthusiast. Ideal for sharing with loved ones or enjoying solo, each bite offers a dance of flavors that capture the essence of love. With their eye-catching design and customizable colors, these cookies are sure to impress at any gathering.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Red and pink food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients on low speed until just combined.
- Divide the dough into two bowls; add red food coloring to one bowl until desired shade is reached.
- Scoop tablespoons of each dough onto prepared baking sheets and swirl gently with a toothpick.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers are slightly underbaked.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg