Spicy Cinnamon Valentine Cookies
Celebrate your love with these delightful Spicy Cinnamon Valentine Cookies! Bursting with a playful mix of warmth from cinnamon and the exciting crunch of red-hot candies, these cookies are perfect for sharing with loved ones. Whether packaged as a sweet gift or served at a festive gathering, they're sure to bring joy and spice into your Valentine's Day celebrations. Quick to prepare and irresistibly delicious, these cookies combine soft, buttery texture with a touch of playful heat. Make a batch to show someone special just how much you care!
24
Servings
63
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
butter
1/2 cup (softened)
egg
1
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon
baking powder
1 teaspoon
salt
1/2 teaspoon
sugar
3/4 cup
flour
1 1/2 cups
red-hot candies
1/2 cup
red food coloring
2-3 drops (optional)
Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease it lightly.
2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3
Add the egg, vanilla extract, and food coloring (if using). Mix until well combined.
4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
6
Fold in the red-hot candies, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
7
Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into 1-inch balls. Place them evenly on the prepared baking sheet, allowing some space in between for spreading.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
9
Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your festive treats!
Nutrition Information
2.9
Fat
9.2
Carbs
0.4
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Spicy Cinnamon Valentine Cookies?
These are soft, buttery cookies featuring a mix of warmth from cinnamon and a crunch from red-hot candies, specifically designed for Valentine's Day celebrations.
How many cookies does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes 24 servings.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How many calories are in each cookie?
Each cookie contains approximately 63 calories.
What are the primary ingredients?
The ingredients include butter, egg, vanilla extract, baking powder, salt, sugar, flour, red-hot candies, and optional red food coloring.
How much butter is needed for this recipe?
You will need 1/2 cup of softened butter.
What type of flour is used?
The recipe calls for 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour.
How much sugar is required?
The recipe requires 3/4 cup of sugar.
What provides the spicy flavor in these cookies?
The spice comes from 1/2 cup of red-hot candies folded into the dough.
Is red food coloring mandatory?
No, adding 2-3 drops of red food coloring is optional for extra festive color.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 2.9 grams of fat per cookie.
How many carbohydrates are in one cookie?
Each cookie has 9.2 grams of carbohydrates.
How much protein does one cookie provide?
Each cookie contains 0.4 grams of protein.
How should I prepare the baking sheet?
Line the baking sheet with parchment paper or grease it lightly before placing the dough.
What is the first step in the mixing process?
The first step is to cream together the softened butter and sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
When do I add the egg and vanilla?
Add the egg and vanilla extract after creaming the butter and sugar, then mix until well combined.
What dry ingredients are whisked together?
Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl before adding them to the wet mixture.
How should the dough be portioned?
Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions and roll them into 1-inch balls.
How long should the cookies bake?
Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
How should the cookies be cooled?
Let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
What is the total ingredient count?
There are a total of 9 ingredients used in this recipe.
What category of food does this recipe belong to?
This recipe is categorized as a Dessert.
Is there any fiber in these cookies?
The provided nutritional information indicates the fiber content is negligible or not specified.
How much vanilla extract should I use?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
How much baking powder is needed?
You will need 1 teaspoon of baking powder.
Can these be given as gifts?
Yes, they are perfect for packaging as sweet gifts for loved ones.
What is the texture of the cookies?
They have a soft, buttery texture with an exciting crunch from the candies.
When should the red-hot candies be added?
Fold them in after the dry ingredients have been stirred into the wet mixture.
How much salt is in the recipe?
The recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
Are these cookies quick to make?
Yes, the description notes they are quick to prepare and easy to bake.