Description
Indulge in the delightful charm of Royal Icing Valentine Cookies, perfect for celebrating love and creativity. These tender cookies boast a buttery vanilla flavor and are beautifully decorated with glossy royal icing, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. Whether for Valentine’s Day or just a sweet craving, these cookies bring joy and sweetness to every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 large egg whites (pasteurized)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing in vanilla.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually combine with wet ingredients until fully mixed.
- Roll out dough to 1/4-inch thickness on a floured surface; cut into heart shapes with cookie cutters.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden. Cool completely before decorating.
- For the royal icing, beat powdered sugar, egg whites, and lemon juice until smooth; adjust with water if needed. Pipe onto cooled cookies and let dry.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Experiment with flavors by substituting vanilla extract with almond or citrus zest for a refreshing twist. Add food coloring to your royal icing for vibrant designs. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.