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Valentine’s Day Sugar Cookies

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Delicate and festive sugar cookies, perfect for Valentine’s Day celebrations, classroom parties, or cozy baking nights with family.

Ingredients

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  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups white sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 3 to 4 tablespoons buttermilk
  • Decorating icing (various colors)
  • Sprinkles or edible decorations

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Set aside.
  3. In a larger bowl, cream the softened butter and white sugar until smooth, about 2–3 minutes.
  4. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract until fully combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the creamed mixture. Mix until just incorporated, adding buttermilk if needed.
  6. Roll rounded teaspoonfuls of dough into balls and place them on ungreased cookie sheets.
  7. Dip the bottom of a drinking glass in sugar and press each dough ball flat.
  8. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
  9. Transfer cookies to wire racks and let cool completely before decorating.
  10. Decorate with icing and sprinkles once cooled.

Notes

All-purpose flour provides the classic texture. Substitute buttermilk by adding 1 tablespoon lemon juice to milk if needed. Refrigerate dough if you’re making it ahead of time.

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