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Heart-of-My-Heart Valentine Cookies

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These Heart-of-My-Heart Cookies are a heartfelt treat, featuring tender, whole wheat cookies topped with tangy raspberry frosting and a sprinkle of festive charm. Perfect for spreading the love this Valentine’s Day!

Ingredients

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For the Cookies:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 1/2 cups whole wheat pastry flour

For the Raspberry Frosting:

  • 1/2 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

For the Toppings:

  • Assorted sprinkles

Instructions

  • Prepare the Cookie Dough:
    • In a large bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
    • Beat in the vanilla extract and egg until well combined.
    • In a separate bowl, whisk together the baking powder and whole wheat pastry flour.
    • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until the dough forms.
    • Divide the dough into two discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  • Roll and Cut the Cookies:
    • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
    • On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/4-inch thickness.
    • Using a heart-shaped cookie cutter, cut out the cookies and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
    • Re-roll the scraps and repeat until all the dough is used.
  • Bake the Cookies:
    • Bake the cookies for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
    • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Make the Raspberry Frosting:
    • Place the raspberries in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth, then strain through a fine-mesh sieve to remove seeds.
    • In a bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
    • Gradually add the powdered sugar, alternating with the raspberry puree and lemon juice, until the frosting is smooth and spreadable.
  • Decorate the Cookies:
    • Spread a layer of raspberry frosting over each cooled cookie.
    • Top each cookie with assorted sprinkles for a festive finish.

Notes

  • Allow the dough to chill for at least 1 hour to make rolling it out easier.
  • If you prefer a smoother frosting, feel free to strain the raspberry puree for a finer texture.

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