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Cupid's Arrow Heart Cookies

Delightfully charming heart-shaped cookies with whimsical arrow designs, perfect for celebrating love on Valentine's Day or any special occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Baking
Calories: 165
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Base
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour A reliable and versatile base that provides a soft texture.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder This will help the cookies rise, giving them that perfect balance of chewiness.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Just the right pinch to enhance the flavor of the sweet ingredients.
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Butter is key for achieving a rich and creamy dough.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar This helps to create that delightful sweetness.
  • 1 large egg Essential for binding the dough and adding richness.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract For a warm and comforting aroma.
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract A touch of almond adds a wonderful depth of flavor.
Royal Icing
  • 3 cups powdered sugar To create a smooth royal icing that gives your cookies a sweet finishing touch.
  • 2 tablespoons meringue powder For stability in the royal icing.
  • 5-6 tablespoons water Adjusts the icing consistency for perfect piping.
  • as needed red and white food coloring To add vibrant colors to your icing.
  • piping bags with small round tips For precise icing application.
  • as needed edible white sprinkles or pearls A delightful finishing touch to enhance the cookies visually.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt until combined.
  3. In a separate large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
  4. Incorporate the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract into the butter-sugar mixture, beating until fully combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients and mix until a cohesive dough forms.
Baking
  1. Divide the dough into two equal parts and roll out one portion between two sheets of parchment paper to about 1/4-inch thickness.
  2. Cut out cookie shapes with heart-shaped cookie cutters and transfer them to the baking sheets.
  3. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow to cool completely on a wire rack.
Icing
  1. Whisk together powdered sugar, meringue powder, and water until achieving a smooth icing.
  2. Divide the icing into two bowls, adding red food coloring to one and mixing until well combined.
  3. Fill piping bags with the colored icings and pipe intricate heart and arrow designs on the cooled cookies.
  4. While the icing is still wet, sprinkle with edible white sprinkles or pearls.
Finishing
  1. Allow the royal icing to harden completely before serving or storing the cookies (about an hour).

Notes

For best flavor, ensure butter is at room temperature. Consider adding mini chocolate chips or chopped nuts for extra flair. The dough can be made in advance and refrigerated overnight.