Frosted Valentine Cookies

These Frosted Valentine Cookies are a festive and comforting treat perfect for sharing with loved ones. The base is a soft, chewy oatmeal cookie dough infused with vanilla and almond extracts, providing a warm, nostalgic flavor profile. Each heart-shaped cookie is baked until golden and then topped with a layer of melted semisweet or milk chocolate for a decadent finish. For an extra touch of elegance, the cookies are decorated with a simple confectioners' sugar icing. They are ideal for Valentine's Day exchanges, school parties, or simply as a sweet afternoon snack. The combination of textured oats, smooth chocolate, and sweet icing creates a delightful contrast in every bite.

Cooking Method: Baking

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Desserts

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 3

Calories: 745.2

Description

These Frosted Valentine Cookies are a festive and comforting treat perfect for sharing with loved ones. The base is a soft, chewy oatmeal cookie dough infused with vanilla and almond extracts, providing a warm, nostalgic flavor profile. Each heart-shaped cookie is baked until golden and then topped with a layer of melted semisweet or milk chocolate for a decadent finish. For an extra touch of elegance, the cookies are decorated with a simple confectioners' sugar icing. They are ideal for Valentine's Day exchanges, school parties, or simply as a sweet afternoon snack. The combination of textured oats, smooth chocolate, and sweet icing creates a delightful contrast in every bite.

Ingredients

1/2 lb Butter or margarine, softened
1/2 lb Semisweet chocolate or milk chocolate
1 cup Confectioners' sugar (for icing)
4 cups All-purpose flour
2 cups Quick-cooking oats
2 tsp Vanilla extract
1/2 tsp Almond extract (optional)
1/2 tsp Salt

Directions

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter or margarine until smooth.
3
Add the flour, quick-cooking oats, vanilla extract, almond extract (if using), and salt to the butter.
4
Mix well until a cohesive dough forms.
5
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to a thickness of 1/4 inch.
6
Use a 3-inch heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out shapes.
7
Place the cut-out cookies on ungreased baking sheets.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
9
While the cookies are still warm, spread melted chocolate evenly on the tops.
10
Allow cookies to cool completely on the baking sheets.
11
Once cooled, decorate with confectioners' sugar icing using a pastry tube if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 3

Amount Per Serving
Calories 745.2kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 82.8g128%
Saturated Fat 26.4g132%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 1230.0mg52%
Total Carbohydrate 1.1g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.1g
Protein 0.5g1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

To make the icing, mix confectioners' sugar with a small amount of milk or water until it reaches a drizzleable consistency.

Melt the chocolate in short bursts in the microwave or over a double boiler, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

You can substitute milk chocolate for semisweet chocolate for a milder flavor.

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