Valentine’s Day is the perfect occasion to show your love with homemade treats, and these heart-shaped chocolate chip cookies do just that! Not only are they soft, chewy, and packed with chocolatey goodness, but they also add a festive touch to your celebration. Decorated with colorful sprinkles and extra chocolate chips, these cookies make the ultimate Valentine’s Day gift for your special someone, friends, or family.
Ingredients
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup brown sugar, packed
½ cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups chocolate chips
Valentine’s sprinkles for decoration
Optional: Icing for extra decoration
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix the dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
Cream the butter and sugars: In a large bowl, beat the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs and vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.
Combine the wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Fold in the chocolate chips: Stir in the chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
Shape the cookies: Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface and use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out shapes.
Bake: Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
Cool and decorate: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Decorate with icing and Valentine’s sprinkles as desired.
Cook and Prep Times
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
Total Time: 25-27 minutes
Baking Pro Tips
Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out to make it easier to handle.
Use mini chocolate chips for better chocolate distribution in the heart-shaped cookies.
Press extra chocolate chips onto the cookies before baking for a picture-perfect finish.
Allow the cookies to cool completely before adding icing to prevent melting.
Store in an airtight container to keep them fresh for up to a week.
These Valentine’s Day chocolate chip cookies are the perfect homemade treat to share love and joy this February. Their heart shape, chocolatey taste, and festive decorations make them a delightful addition to any Valentine’s celebration. Whether you’re gifting them or enjoying them yourself, these cookies will bring smiles all around!