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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 any occasion that calls for a sweet, chocolaty treat shaped in charming heart forms.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • Optional: powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a smooth dough forms.
  6. Divide the dough in half, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 1 hour.
  7. On a lightly floured surface, roll out one portion of dough to about 1/4-inch thickness.
  8. Use heart-shaped cookie cutters to cut out cookies and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
  9. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are set but not overbaked.
  10. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

For extra decoration, frost the cooled cookies with a simple chocolate glaze or sprinkle with colored sugar to add a festive touch.

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