Description
These Heart-Shaped Chocolate Chip Cookies are a delightful twist on the classic chocolate chip cookie, perfect for Valentine’s Day or any special occasion. Soft, chewy, and loaded with rich semisweet chocolate chips, they’re cut into charming heart shapes that make them as visually appealing as they are delicious.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Others
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- Extra flour for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the ideal baking temperature while you prepare the dough.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and seasoning.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter with granulated sugar and light brown sugar until the mixture is creamy and fluffy, which helps create the cookie’s tender texture.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then blend in the vanilla extract for flavor depth.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined to avoid overmixing which can make cookies tough.
- Stir in Chocolate Chips: Fold in the semisweet chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
- Roll Out Dough: Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the dough to about ½-inch thickness, ensuring a uniform thickness for even baking.
- Cut Shapes: Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out shapes from the dough and place them on ungreased or parchment-lined baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 9 to 11 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden, indicating the cookies are cooked through but still soft.
- Cool Cookies: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes to firm up slightly, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely, preserving their shape and texture.
Notes
- Chill the dough for 20–30 minutes before rolling out to achieve cleaner, sharper heart shapes.
- Add festive sprinkles on top before baking or dip half the cookie in melted chocolate for a special, decorative touch.
- Use parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent sticking without adding extra fat.
