Best 2 Babees Strawberry Shortbread Valentines Cookies Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with Babee's extraordinary Strawberry Shortbread Valentine's Cookies, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and warm your heart. The rich, crumbly shortbread base, crafted with premium butter and kissed with a hint of vanilla, serves as the perfect canvas for the vibrant strawberry compote. Bursting with the sweetness of ripe strawberries, a touch of sugar, and a hint of lemon juice, this compote adds a burst of fruity delight to each bite. To crown this masterpiece, a layer of fluffy whipped cream, light and airy, rests atop the compote, creating an ethereal cloud of creaminess. Each cookie is then adorned with a delicate strawberry slice, completing this visual and culinary masterpiece. Alongside this signature recipe, the article offers a treasure trove of additional cookie creations sure to delight any palate. Discover the magic of Chocolate Chip Cookies, timeless classics with their irresistible combination of rich chocolate chips and chewy cookie dough. For a touch of elegance, try the Raspberry Linzer Cookies, where a delicate pastry crust embraces a layer of tangy raspberry jam. Those seeking a delightful twist will adore the Lemon Poppy Seed Cookies, their zesty lemon flavor perfectly complemented by the nutty crunch of poppy seeds. And for a touch of nostalgia, the Snickerdoodles, with their crispy exterior and soft, cinnamon-sugar-coated interior, transport you back to childhood memories.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

STRAWBERRY SHORTBREAD COOKIES



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Sparkly Strawberry Shortbread Cookies are pretty in pink with a burst of berry flavor. Sparkling sugar adds a sweet crunch to this fab strawberry cookie!

Provided by Sue Moran

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h25m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
2 Tbsp freeze dried strawberry powder Note: see instructions in the cook's notes below for making your own.
2 cups all purpose flour
sparkling sugar
1 egg white, beaten. I use a pasteruized egg.

Steps:

  • Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Put the butter, sugar, and extract, if using, in the bowl of a food processor or stand mixer. Sift in the strawberry powder to avoid lumps. Cream well. Make sure your strawberry powder is well incorporated and the mixture is streak free.
  • Add the flour and pulse about 10 times, then run the machine briefly, just until the dough comes together into a lump or lumps. If using a stand mixer, add the flour on low and mix until the dough comes together.
  • Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and finish bringing it together, if necessary, with your hands. When it is smooth with no crumbly spots remaining, form it into a disk. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate until firm, about 2 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 350F
  • Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to a 1/4 inch thickness and cut out with a cookie cutter. I used a 2 inch cookie cutter for about 20 cookies. I like to refrigerate the cut cookies for 15-20 minutes before baking.
  • Bake the cookies for 8 to 10 minutes, depending on the thickness of your cookies. I like my shortbread on the softer side, but if you prefer it crunchy, bake a little longer. Don't let them get browned.
  • Cool on the pan for about 15 minutes, until the cookies are firm enough to handle, and then lightly brush the edges with egg white, and roll in sparkling sugar. Let dry before eating. Note: you can also brush the edges and roll in sugar before baking, if you prefer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146 kcal, Carbohydrate 15 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 24 mg, Sodium 2 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 5 g, UnsaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

VALENTINE COOKIES



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This recipe makes a lot of cookies, but it can be halved, or you can freeze a portion of the dough for up to three weeks.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Yield Makes several dozen, depending on cookie size

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
2 cups sugar
2 large eggs
4 2/3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup pale-pink or white sanding sugar (optional)
Petal dust in pink, orange, and violet tones (optional)
2/3 cup apricot or strawberry jam, slightly warmed (optional)

Steps:

  • In bowl of electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream butter and sugar until fluffy, about 4 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each. Sift flour, baking soda, and salt into large bowl. On low speed, gradually add flour mixture to mixer bowl, alternating with buttermilk, until combined. Wrap dough in plastic; chill until firm, 1 hour or overnight.
  • To color white sanding sugar, if using: Place a few tablespoons in a small bowl. Mix in petal dust with a toothpick, a bit at a time, until desired shade is reached. Colored sanding sugar will last indefinitely.
  • Heat oven to 350 degrees with two racks centered. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. On lightly floured surface, roll chilled dough 1/8 inch thick. Cut out hearts using any 1- to 3 1/2-inch heart cookie cutters. If desired, cut centers out of some hearts. Transfer with spatula to baking sheets. Chill for 30 minutes. Sprinkle with sanding sugar, if using. Bake until just golden but not too brown, about 10 minutes. Transfer cookies to rack. Continue with dough; reroll scraps.
  • To make sandwich hearts: Brush bottom heart lightly with jam; cover with a second heart with center cut out; jam will adhere hearts. Fill cut-out area with more jam.

Tips:

  • Use a piping bag or a Ziploc bag with the corner snipped off to create the strawberry design on the cookies.
  • Make sure the butter is cold and the flour is chilled before making the dough. This will help prevent the cookies from spreading too much in the oven.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape.
  • Bake the cookies until the edges are just starting to turn golden brown. Overbaking will make the cookies dry and crumbly.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before frosting them. This will help prevent the frosting from melting.
  • Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

These strawberry shortbread Valentine's cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for Valentine's Day or any other special occasion. The shortbread cookies are buttery and crumbly, while the strawberry frosting is sweet and tart. The cookies are also decorated with a strawberry design, which makes them even more festive. Whether you're making them for a loved one or just for yourself, these cookies are sure to be a hit.

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