Valentines Sparkle Sweetheart Cookies (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Cookie Dough
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1 large egg, at room temperature
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2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
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3 cups (375g) plain flour
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
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1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon almond extract
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2 ounces (57g) cream cheese, softened
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1 cup (200g) white sugar
→ Decoration
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32 unwrapped chocolate hearts
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3/4 cup (150g) pink and red sanding sugar
# Instructions:
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Mix salt, flour, and baking powder in a bowl. Put it aside for later.
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Blend butter and cream cheese till smooth. Add sugar and mix till fluffy. Stir in egg and both extracts. Finally, fold in the dry mixture till it’s dough.
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Wrap dough up and chill for 30-60 minutes. If it’s in the fridge longer, let it warm at room temp for about 30 minutes.
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Set oven to 350°F. Line baking trays with parchment. Pour sanding sugar into a bowl.
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Roll dough into 1-tablespoon balls, cover in sanding sugar, and set on trays. Gently flatten. Bake for 12-13 minutes.
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Push a chocolate heart onto each cookie while warm. Chill cookies briefly so the chocolate sets. Let cool completely.
# Notes:
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Dough needs at least 30 minutes in the fridge.
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You can freeze it ahead of time.
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Almond extract isn’t necessary, but it’s a nice addition.
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Stays good at room temp for a week.