Description
These heart-shaped chocolate chip cookies are a delightful twist on a classic favorite, perfect for Valentine’s Day or any occasion that calls for a sweet, festive treat. Soft, buttery, and packed with semi-sweet chocolate chips, these cookies are easy to make and sure to impress with their charming shape.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins and Others
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Extra flour for rolling
- Heart-shaped cookie cutter
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to combine the leavening and seasoning evenly throughout the dough.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, use a mixer to cream the softened unsalted butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps create a tender texture.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the large egg and vanilla extract thoroughly until fully incorporated to build moisture and flavor.
- Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookies tender.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Stir in the semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough for delicious bursts of chocolate.
- Roll and Cut Dough: Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the dough to about 1/2-inch thickness. Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out individual cookies, placing them about 2 inches apart on the lined baking sheets.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges turn lightly golden, which indicates they are perfectly baked.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes to set before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents them from breaking or crumbling.
Notes
- Chill the dough for 20–30 minutes before rolling if it feels too soft, which makes it easier to handle and cut.
- Use mini chocolate chips for more even chocolate distribution throughout each cookie.
- For a festive look, drizzle melted chocolate or sprinkle colored sugar on the cookies before baking.