Description
Valentine’s Chocolate Chip Cookies are the perfect festive treat for sharing love and sweetness! These soft, chewy cookies are loaded with rich chocolate chips and colorful Valentine’s-themed candies, making them ideal for romantic evenings, gatherings, or self-indulgence. Easy to make and perfect for gifting, these cookies are a delightful way to celebrate love!
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- ¾ cup Valentine’s-themed candy (M&M’s, heart-shaped sprinkles, etc.)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until creamy.
- Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips and half of the Valentine’s-themed candy.
- Scoop dough using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, placing dough balls 2 inches apart on baking sheets.
- Press a few remaining candies on top for decoration.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are lightly golden and centers look slightly underbaked.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra chewiness, chill dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- Use a cookie scoop for even cookie sizes.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
