Valentine's Day Cookies: The Perfect Sweet Treat
These Valentine’s Day Cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with festive M&M’s and Oreo pieces. The perfect easy dessert for celebrating love!
Nothing says love like freshly baked cookies, and these Valentine's Day Cookies are the ultimate festive treat! Soft, chewy, and packed with M&M’s and Oreo pieces, they are perfect for sharing with loved ones. Whether you're baking them for a romantic evening, a family gathering, or just to treat yourself, these cookies will quickly become a holiday favorite.
Why You’ll Love These Valentine’s Cookies
Festive and Fun: Colorful Valentine’s Day M&M’s make them extra special.
Soft and Chewy Texture: The perfect balance of crisp edges and a gooey center.
Loaded with Goodness: A delicious combination of chocolate candies and Oreos in every bite.
Easy to Make: Simple ingredients and quick preparation mean you’ll have fresh cookies in no time.
Ingredients Breakdown
Dry Ingredients:
All-Purpose Flour (1 1/3 cups): Provides the structure for the cookies.
Cornstarch (1 tbsp): Helps create a soft, tender texture.
Baking Soda (½ tsp): Ensures the cookies rise properly.
Salt (½ tsp): Balances the sweetness and enhances flavors.
Wet Ingredients:
Butter (½ cup, softened): Adds richness and chewiness.
Brown Sugar (½ cup): Adds moisture and a slight caramel flavor.
Granulated Sugar (¼ cup): Helps create a crisp outer edge.
Egg (1 large): Binds ingredients together and adds structure.
Vanilla Extract (2 tsp): Enhances the flavor with a warm, sweet aroma.
Mix-ins:
Valentine’s Day M&M’s (⅔ cup): Adds a pop of color and crunchy chocolate goodness.
Oreo Cookies (7, roughly chopped): Provides extra texture and chocolatey bites.
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prepare the Cookie Dough
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a stand mixer, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
Add in the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until fully incorporated.
2. Add the Mix-ins
Using a spatula, fold in the Valentine’s Day M&M’s and chopped Oreo cookies.
Be careful not to overmix—just stir until evenly distributed.
3. Shape and Bake
Using a large cookie scoop, drop balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
Bake for 12-13 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers still look slightly soft.
Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips for the Best Valentine’s Cookies
Use Room Temperature Butter: Helps create a smooth dough and even mixing.
Don’t Overbake: The cookies continue to bake as they cool, so remove them when the centers look slightly underdone.
Chill the Dough (Optional): If you want thicker cookies, refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
Customize Your Mix-ins: Swap out M&M’s for chocolate chips or add white chocolate chunks for variety.
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Valentine's Day Cookies
Ingredients
- All-Purpose Flour (1 1/3 cups)
- Cornstarch (1 tbsp)
- Baking Soda (½ tsp)
- Salt (½ tsp)
- Butter (½ cup, softened)
- Brown Sugar (½ cup)
- Granulated Sugar (¼ cup)
- Egg (1 large)
- Vanilla Extract (2 tsp)
- Valentine’s Day M&M’s (⅔ cup)
- Oreo Cookies (7, roughly chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a stand mixer, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add in the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until fully incorporated.
- Using a spatula, fold in the Valentine’s Day M&M’s and chopped Oreo cookies.
- Be careful not to overmix—just stir until evenly distributed.
- Using a large cookie scoop, drop balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-13 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers still look slightly soft.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Tips for the Best Valentine’s Cookies
- Use Room Temperature Butter: Helps create a smooth dough and even mixing.
- Don’t Overbake: The cookies continue to bake as they cool, so remove them when the centers look slightly underdone.
- Chill the Dough (Optional): If you want thicker cookies, refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- Customize Your Mix-ins: Swap out M&M’s for chocolate chips or add white chocolate chunks for variety.
These Valentine’s Day Cookies are a fun and delicious way to celebrate love. Whether you're making them for your sweetheart, kids, or friends, they’re guaranteed to spread joy. Happy baking! ❤️🍪
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