Love heart cookies

Delight in the sweet charm of our Love Heart Cookies! Made with buttery goodness, a hint of lemon zest, and finished with a dusting of powdered sugar, these heart-shaped treats are perfect for any special occasion. Simple to bake and simply delicious!

  • 01 Apr 2025
  • Cook time 20 min
  • Prep time 25 min
  • 6 Servings
  • 7 Ingredients

Love heart cookies

Love heart cookies are a delightful treat perfect for any occasion, from Valentine's Day to a simple afternoon snack. These cookies, infused with the zest and juice of lemons, offer a refreshing citrus twist that balances beautifully with their sweet, buttery base. Let's dive into making these charming heart-shaped cookies that are as fun to make as they are to eat.

Ingredients:

1/2 cup butter
110g
1/2 cup sugar
100g
1 egg white
33g
2 tbsp lemon zest
30g
1.50 cups all-purpose white wheat flour
190g
1 tsp lemon juice
5g
1/2 cup powdered sugar
80g

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the egg white and lemon zest to the butter and sugar mixture. Mix well until fully combined.
3. Incorporate Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually add the flour to the wet mixture. Mix until just combined and a dough forms.
- Add the lemon juice and mix until the dough is smooth and holds together.
4. Roll and Shape the Dough:
- Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness.
- Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out the cookies and carefully transfer them to the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
5. Bake the Cookies:
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until they are just beginning to turn golden around the edges.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
6. Decorate the Cookies:
- Once the cookies are completely cooled, dust the tops with powdered sugar to decorate.
7. Serve and Enjoy:
- Your Love Heart Cookies are now ready to be enjoyed! Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature.

Tips:

- Make sure your butter is at room temperature to ensure it creames well with the sugar.

- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out; this will make it easier to handle and cut into shapes.

- If you don't have a heart-shaped cookie cutter, you can use any other shape or even cut the dough into squares or circles.

- Line your baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent the cookies from sticking.

- Keep a close eye on the baking time; these cookies should be lightly golden at the edges but not too browned.

- Let the cookies cool completely before icing or decorating to prevent the icing from melting.

Your love heart cookies are now ready to be enjoyed! These delightful cookies, with their perfect blend of sweetness and zesty lemon flavor, will surely bring smiles to anyone who gets a taste. Share them with loved ones or savor them yourself with a cup of tea or coffee.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size90 grams
Energy
Calories 370kcal19%
Protein
Protein 4.50g3%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 55g15%
Fiber 0.94g2%
Sugar 30g30%
Fat
Fat 16g18%
Saturated 8g28%
Cholesterol 44mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 140ug15%
Choline 7mg1%
Vitamin B1 0.09mg8%
Vitamin B2 0.03mg2%
Vitamin B3 0.50mg3%
Vitamin B6 0.03mg2%
Vitamin B9 8ug2%
Vitamin B12 0.00ug0%
Vitamin C 0.32mg0%
Vitamin E 0.02mg0%
Vitamin K 1.38ug1%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 11mg1%
Copper, Cu 0.07mg8%
Iron, Fe 0.40mg4%
Magnesium, Mg 12mg3%
Phosphorus, P 45mg4%
Potassium, K 60mg2%
Selenium, Se 7ug14%
Sodium, Na 12mg1%
Zinc, Zn 0.38mg3%
Water
Water 12g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

More recipes

Buckwheat apple and cinnamon pikelets

Easy to make and deliciously satisfying.

21 Feb 2025

Strawberry, blue cheese & rocket salad

A deliciously unique salad that's sure to impress.

29 Jan 2025

Sauteed green beans with pistachios

Ready in just 20 minutes.

10 Apr 2025

Egg-free breakfast pancakes

Whip up a batch in no time and start your day off right.

29 Apr 2025

Berry nutella hand pies

Easy to make and even easier to love.

12 Apr 2025

Pan-fried t-bone steak with butter and olive oil

This straightforward recipe highlights the rich taste and tender texture of an 8 oz beef short loin, offering a luxurious and mouthwatering meal you can easily recreate at home.

24 Mar 2025

Hash browns

Perfectly crispy and golden, these hash browns are a breakfast favorite that's easy to make and absolutely mouth-watering.

07 Apr 2025

Ham and cheese egg-dunked toasties

Perfect for breakfast or a quick snack, this easy recipe will become a family favorite.

15 Mar 2025

Posts