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Irresistible Nut-Free Valentine Sugar Cookies

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These nut-free Valentine sugar cookies are soft, buttery, and perfect for allergy-friendly holiday treats. They feature a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture and classic vanilla flavor, ideal for decorating or enjoying plain.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ¾ cups (345 grams) all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (227 grams) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ¼ cups (250 grams) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) milk, whole or 2%

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 to 5 minutes.
  4. Add the egg and vanilla extract; beat until fully incorporated.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed just until combined.
  6. Mix in the milk to loosen the dough slightly; dough should be soft but not sticky. Add a dusting of flour if sticky.
  7. Cover dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  8. Lightly flour work surface and rolling pin. Roll dough to about ¼-inch (6 mm) thickness.
  9. Cut out cookies using heart-shaped cookie cutters and place 1 inch apart on prepared baking sheets.
  10. Optionally, decorate with colored sugar or sprinkles before baking.
  11. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges begin to turn golden and centers look set but soft.
  12. Cool cookies on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Chilling the dough for at least 1 hour is crucial to prevent spreading and to keep cookie shapes crisp. Use room temperature butter and egg for best texture. Avoid overmixing once flour is added to prevent tough cookies. Rotate baking sheets halfway through baking for even browning. Dough can be frozen for up to 3 months. For gluten-free, substitute flour with a 1:1 gluten-free blend. For vegan, use vegan butter and a flax egg substitute.

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