Here is an easy and sweet cookie recipe you can try at home.
introduction
These heart shaped chocolate chip cookies are simple and fun to make. The dough is like a regular chocolate chip cookie dough but you cut it with a heart cookie cutter. If you want ideas for soft and chewy cookies, check this soft chewy pumpkin spice cookies recipe for tips and inspiration.
why make this recipe
- They look special for parties or gifts.
- The steps are simple and use common ingredients.
- Kids can help cut the hearts and add sprinkles.
- You get warm, sweet cookies in about 20 minutes.
how to make Heart Shaped Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Follow the basic mixing steps below to make the dough.
- Chill the dough if it is too soft to roll.
- Roll the dough to about 1/4 inch thick on a floured surface.
- Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut the cookies.
- Place cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment.
- Decorate with sprinkles if you like.
- Bake and cool before serving.
For more ideas on making cookies softer or chewier, see this soft, chewy cookie tips.
Ingredients :
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips
- Optional: sprinkles for decoration
Directions :
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out cookies.
- Place the cookies on baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
- Optional: sprinkle with decorations.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheets before transferring to a wire rack.
how to serve Heart Shaped Chocolate Chip Cookies
Serve them warm with milk, coffee, or tea. You can stack them in a box for a gift, or place them on a plate for a party. Add a doily or ribbon for a simple, pretty touch.
how to store Heart Shaped Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- To keep them soft, place a slice of bread in the container for one day.
- For longer storage, freeze the cookies in a sealed freezer bag for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature.
tips to make Heart Shaped Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Soften the butter, but don’t melt it. Soft butter creams better.
- Chill the dough if it gets too sticky for rolling.
- Use flour on the cutter to stop dough from sticking.
- Don’t overbake; take them out when edges just turn light gold.
- Press a few extra chips on top before baking for a good look.
variation (if any)
- Add chopped nuts for crunch.
- Use white chocolate or mixed chips for a different taste.
- Add a little cinnamon for warmth.
- Make mini hearts for bite-size treats.
FAQs
Q: Can I skip chilling the dough?
A: Yes, if the dough is firm enough to roll. Chill only if it is too soft.
Q: Can I use margarine instead of butter?
A: Butter gives the best flavor. Margarine will work but taste may change.
Q: How can I make the cookies chewier?
A: Use a bit more brown sugar and bake for the shorter time. Cooling on the sheet helps too.
Q: Can I make the dough ahead?
A: Yes. You can make the dough and chill it for up to 2 days or freeze it for longer.
Conclusion
If you want a quick, sweet, and pretty cookie for a special day, these heart shaped chocolate chip cookies work well. For another easy heart cookie idea and step photos, see Easy Heart Shaped Chocolate Chip Cookies – Bake & Bacon.
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Heart Shaped Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
These heart shaped chocolate chip cookies are simple, fun to make, and perfect for parties or gifts.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips
- Optional: sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out cookies.
- Place the cookies on baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
- Optional: sprinkle with decorations.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheets before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 5 days. To keep them soft, place a slice of bread in the container for one day. For longer storage, freeze the cookies in a sealed freezer bag for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
