Valentine Conversation Heart Cookies

Valentine Conversation Heart Cookies
  • PREP TIME
    45 mins
  • COOK TIME
    6 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    51 mins
  • SERVING
    32 People
  • VIEWS
    12

Express your affection with these delightful sugar cookies, a sweet homage to the classic conversation hearts. These charming treats are perfect for sharing a little love on Valentine's Day or any day you want to spread joy!

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    20 g
  • Cholesterol
    16 mg
  • Fiber
    0 g
  • Protein
    1 g
  • Saturated Fat
    3 g
  • Sodium
    89 mg
  • Sugar
    14 g
  • Fat
    6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two cookie sheets with Reynolds® Parchment Paper. (5 minutes)

02

Step

In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt with an electric mixer on medium-high speed for 30 seconds. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and beat until light and fluffy. (3 minutes)

03

Step

Beat in the egg, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined. (2 minutes)

04

Step

Gradually add the flour, beating until just combined. The dough should be smooth and easy to handle. Divide the dough in half, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 30 minutes to prevent spreading. (45 minutes)

05

Step

On a lightly floured surface, roll out one half of the dough to 1/8- to 1/4-inch thickness. Use a 2 1/2-inch heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out cookies. Re-roll scraps as needed. (15 minutes)

06

Step

Place the cookie shapes 1 inch apart on the prepared cookie sheets. (5 minutes)

07

Step

Bake for 6 to 8 minutes, or until the edges are firm and the bottoms are very lightly golden brown. (8 minutes)

08

Step

Transfer the parchment paper with the baked cookies to wire racks to cool completely. Once cooled, slide the parchment paper onto a work surface. (20 minutes)

09

Step

Divide the vanilla frosting into several bowls and tint with gel food coloring to create your desired colors. (5 minutes)

10

Step

Frost the cooled cookies with one color and use another color to pipe messages or designs on top. Let the frosting set before serving. (20 minutes)

For best results, ensure your butter is properly softened, but not melted. This will help create a tender cookie.
Chilling the dough is crucial to prevent the cookies from spreading too much during baking. If the dough becomes too soft while working with it, return it to the refrigerator to chill for a few more minutes.
Gel food coloring provides the most vibrant colors without adding too much liquid to the frosting. Start with a small amount and add more until you achieve the desired shade.
Get creative with your messages! Use a piping bag or a small Ziploc bag with a corner snipped off to pipe your messages onto the frosted cookies.

Austyn Christiansen

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 5.0/ 5 ( 4 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (7)
  • Curt Borer

    These cookies were so fun to make with my kids! They loved helping to decorate them.

  • Pascale Kertzmann

    My cookies spread a little during baking. Chilling the dough for a full hour helped!

  • Rozella Ritchie

    I added a little lemon zest to the dough and it was delicious!

  • Hugh Hoeger

    I used natural food coloring and they turned out beautiful!

  • Amaya Ondricka

    Perfect for Valentine's Day! Everyone loved them.

  • Santos Upton

    I found that rolling the dough between parchment paper was much easier than using flour.

  • Jaime Bosco

    The frosting was a bit too sweet for my taste. Next time, I'll try using a cream cheese frosting instead.

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