Vanilla Hearts
Delightfully simple yet irresistibly elegant, Vanilla Hearts are the perfect treat for any occasion. These buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies are infused with the warm, aromatic essence of vanilla and shaped into charming hearts that are as lovely to look at as they are to taste. Made with a handful of pantry staples like all-purpose flour, unsalted butter, and a touch of powdered sugar for a delicate, decorative dusting, this recipe is easy to prepare in under 30 minutes, making it ideal for holidays, tea time, or an afternoon baking session. The heart-shaped design and soft, golden edges make these cookies a thoughtful homemade gift or a delightful pairing with your favorite warm beverage. Bring a touch of sweetness and sophistication to your table with these simple yet stunning Vanilla Hearts!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 150 grams Unsalted butter
- 100 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 piece Egg yolk
- 250 grams All-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 30 grams Powdered sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes using a hand or stand mixer.
Add the vanilla extract and egg yolk to the butter and sugar mixture. Mix until well combined.
In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until the dough comes together into a soft but non-sticky ball.
Lightly flour your work surface and roll out the dough to a thickness of about 5mm (1/4 inch).
Using a heart-shaped cookie cutter, cut out heart shapes from the dough and place them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2cm (1 inch) apart.
Gather any leftover dough, roll it out again, and repeat until all the dough is used.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to turn golden. Do not overbake.
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once the cookies are cooled, dust them lightly with powdered sugar using a fine mesh sieve for a decorative touch.
Serve and enjoy your Vanilla Hearts with a cup of tea or coffee, or package them as a gift for loved ones!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2451 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 135.5 g | 174% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.0 g | 385% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 517 mg | 172% | |
| Sodium | 624 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 291.9 g | 106% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 101.6 g | ||
| Protein | 29.6 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 89 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 12.1 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 328 mg | 7% | |
*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.
