Heartthrob Cookies Recipe

Name: Heartthrob Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups butter-flavored shortening; 2 cups sugar; 2 eggs; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract; 4 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 15 drops red food coloring; Red decorating gel

Servings: persons

2 cups butter-flavored shortening
2 cups sugar
2 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
15 drops red food coloring
Red decorating gel

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In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in extracts. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture. Divide dough in half. Tint one portion pink; leave remaining dough white. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until easy to handle.
2
On a floured surface, roll out each portion of dough to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut out hearts with a small heart-shaped cookie cutter dipped in flour.
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On an ungreased
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, arrange hearts in groups of three in a straight line with sides of hearts touching. Bake at 375u00b0 for 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool. Pipe Valentine phrases on cookies.
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On an ungreased
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, arrange alternating colors of six small hearts in a circle with sides of hearts touching. Bake at 375u00b0 for 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool. Pipe Valentine phrases on cookies.

1719

kcal

Calories

Fat

194

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups butter-flavored shortening, 2 cups sugar, 2 eggs, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, and more.

Yes, Heartthrob Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Heartthrob Cookies

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