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Chocolate Cut-Out Heart Cookies

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Delight in these rich and tender Chocolate Cut-Out Heart Cookies, perfect for gifting or sharing on special occasions. Made with smooth cocoa and a buttery dough, they’re both beautiful and delicious.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy using an electric mixer.
  3. Add the egg and vanilla extract; beat until well combined.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a smooth dough forms.
  5. Divide dough in half, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Roll out dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness.
  8. Use heart-shaped cookie cutters to cut out cookies and place them 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
  9. Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until cookies are set but not overly firm.
  10. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  11. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

For an extra special touch, decorate cookies with royal icing or drizzle melted white chocolate over the cooled cookies.

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