Chewy, chocolatey, and shaped like hearts — simple to make and perfect for gifting or snacking.
Ingredients
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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½ tsp baking powder
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¼ tsp salt
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened
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½ cup sugar
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1 large egg
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1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: powdered sugar or melted chocolate for decoration
Step-by-Step Method
1. Preheat & Prep
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients
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In a bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar
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In a separate bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy (2–3 minutes).
- Beat in egg and vanilla until smooth.
4. Combine
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Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients until a soft dough forms.
5. Shape the Hearts
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Lightly flour your hands or a small heart-shaped cookie cutter.
- Shape dough into small hearts, about 2 inches wide, and place on the baking sheet 1–2 inches apart.
6. Bake
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Bake 10–12 minutes until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
- Cool completely on the tray before transferring.
7. Optional Decoration
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Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with melted chocolate once cooled.
Tool Tip
Heart-shaped cookies are easiest with a small heart cookie cutter, non-stick baking sheets, and quality mixing bowls. These tools make shaping and baking more consistent and mess-free.
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