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Lady Maria

Perfect Valentine Cream Cheese Sugar Cut Out Cookies

These Valentine Cream Cheese Sugar Cut Out Cookies are soft, subtly tangy, and perfectly shaped for the holiday. The addition of cream cheese creates a melt-in-your-mouth texture and a balanced flavor, making them a delightful and festive treat to bake and share.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • ½ cup 1 stick
  • 2-4 tablespoons milk or heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Food coloring gel or liquid
  • Sprinkles, optional

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer (stand or hand-held)
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • Rolling Pin
  • Cookie cutters (heart-shaped or Valentine's themed)
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper or silicone baking mats
  • wire cooling rack
  • Piping bags or ziplock bags
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and cream cheese until light and fluffy (2-3 minutes).
  2. Gradually add the granulated sugar and continue creaming until well combined.
  3. Beat in the egg and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix!
  6. Divide the dough in half, flatten each half into a disc, wrap them in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  7. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  8. On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disc of chilled dough to about ¼ inch thickness. Keep the other disc in the fridge while you work.
  9. Use heart-shaped cookie cutters (or any Valentine's themed cutters you like!) to cut out cookies. Re-roll scraps as needed.
  10. Place the cut-out cookies onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving a little space between each cookie.
  11. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  12. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire cooling rack to cool completely.
  13. In a large mixing bowl, cream the ½ cup softened butter until smooth and fluffy.
  14. Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating on low speed until combined.
  15. Add the milk or heavy cream, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
  16. Stir in the 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  17. If desired, add food coloring to the frosting.
  18. Decorate the cooled cookies with frosting and sprinkles.

Notes

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-5 days, or freeze for up to 2-3 months. To avoid spreading, ensure the dough is well-chilled before baking. Add different extracts or citrus zest to the dough or frosting for flavor variations.