Chocolate Heart Cookies
Indulge in the magic of homemade *Chocolate Heart Cookies*, a rich and decadent treat perfect for Valentine’s Day, anniversaries, or any occasion that calls for a little sweetness. These heart-shaped delights combine the buttery softness of classic cookies with the deep, chocolaty flavor of cocoa powder and a touch of dark chocolate drizzle. With a crisp edge and tender center, each cookie is beautifully enhanced with optional sprinkles for an extra festive touch. Made with pantry staples and ready in under an hour (excluding chilling time), these cookies are as fun to make as they are to share. Whether you're gifting them to loved ones or keeping them all to yourself, these charming chocolate cookies are guaranteed to win hearts!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 170 grams Unsalted butter
- 150 grams Granulated sugar
- 75 grams Brown sugar
- 1 Large egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 250 grams All-purpose flour
- 50 grams Cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 100 grams Dark chocolate (melted, for drizzle or dipping)
- 30 grams Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the sugar mixture, and mix until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a dough forms. Avoid overmixing.
Split the dough into two portions. Wrap each portion in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until firm.
Once chilled, lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the dough to about 6mm (1/4 inch) thickness.
Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out cookies and place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2cm (1 inch) of space between each one.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still slightly soft.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water or in the microwave in short bursts.
Drizzle or dip the cookies in the melted chocolate, and, if desired, decorate with sprinkles before the chocolate sets.
Let the chocolate harden completely before serving or storing the cookies in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3924 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 202.8 g | 260% | |
| Saturated Fat | 115.2 g | 576% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 562 mg | 187% | |
| Sodium | 1767 mg | 77% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 525.7 g | 191% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.0 g | 114% | |
| Total Sugars | 289.4 g | ||
| Protein | 49.8 g | 100% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 292 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 30.0 mg | 167% | |
| Potassium | 1778 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
