Print

Chocolate Cut-Out Heart Cookies

Print Recipe

Delight in these rich and tender Chocolate Cut-Out Heart Cookies, perfect for celebrations or a sweet treat any day. Made with cocoa and decorated with powdered sugar, they offer a classic chocolate flavor in a charming heart shape.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a dough forms.
  5. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness.
  8. Use heart-shaped cookie cutters to cut out cookies and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
  9. Bake for 8–10 minutes or until the edges are set but not overbaked.
  10. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Once cooled, dust the cookies with powdered sugar for a decorative finish.

Notes

For an extra festive touch, decorate the cookies with colored icing or edible glitter before serving.

Find it online: https://grilldrip.com/chocolate-cut-out-heart-cookies/