This DIY Valentine cookie bouquet is a delightful way to express your affection. Featuring heart-shaped cookies, it’s a charming project that results in cute Valentine gifts perfect for loved ones.
With simple ingredients and decorating techniques, you can create a beautiful arrangement of Valentine’s Day cookies that are not only tasty but also visually appealing.
Heart-Shaped Cookie Bouquet Recipe
This cookie bouquet features soft, decorated heart-shaped cookies arranged in a fun and festive way. The recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and serves as a wonderful centerpiece or gift for Valentine’s Day.
Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- Royal icing for decorating
- Food coloring (optional)
- Lollipop sticks or skewers
- Floral foam or a decorative container for the bouquet
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and extracts. Gradually add the flour mixture until combined.
- Chill the Dough: Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to make it easier to roll out.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll and Cut Cookies: On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/4 inch thick. Use heart-shaped cookie cutters to cut out cookies and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake: Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow cookies to cool completely on a wire rack.
- Decorate: Once cooled, use royal icing to decorate the cookies. You can add food coloring to create different designs and patterns.
- Assemble the Bouquet: Insert lollipop sticks or skewers into the bottom of each cookie. Arrange them in a decorative container or floral foam to create a bouquet shape.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 cookies
- Calories: 150kcal
- Fat: 7g
- Protein: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
