Valentine's Day Sugar Cookies
Soft and buttery cookies adorned with colorful sprinkles, perfect for celebrating love and joy.
Ingredients
Cookie Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Use quality flour for best results.
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar Adjust to taste.
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup vegan butter, softened Can use regular butter for non-vegan version.
- 1/4 cup almond milk or any plant-based milk Substitute with oat or coconut milk if desired.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder Ensures the cookies rise properly.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Optional food coloring For adding color to the dough.
- Sprinkles or icing for decoration Optional for toppings.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the vegan butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Blend in the almond milk and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until a soft dough forms.
- If desired, divide the dough and add food coloring.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about one-quarter inch thick and cut into heart shapes.
- Arrange the cookie shapes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Baking
- Bake the cookies for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are light golden.
- Let the cookies cool slightly before decorating with sprinkles or icing.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container for up to one week. The flavor deepens overnight.