Be My Valentine Cookie

Be My Valentine Cookie
80 min.
18
382kcal

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Valentine's Day is the perfect occasion to express your love and affection, and what better way to do that than with a delightful homemade treat? Introducing the "Be My Valentine Cookie," a heart-shaped dessert that is sure to impress your special someone. This cookie is not just a sweet indulgence; it’s a heartfelt gesture that combines the rich flavors of almond, maraschino cherries, and creamy frosting, making it a memorable addition to your Valentine's celebration.

With a preparation time of just 80 minutes, you can whip up this delicious cookie that serves 18 people, making it ideal for sharing with friends, family, or that special someone. The base of the cookie is a soft and buttery sugar cookie, perfectly complemented by a luscious cream cheese frosting infused with cherry juice and bits of maraschino cherries. To top it all off, a decorative piping of rich chocolate frosting adds a touch of elegance and sweetness.

Whether you're planning a romantic dinner, a fun gathering with friends, or simply want to treat yourself, the "Be My Valentine Cookie" is a delightful way to celebrate love. So gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let your creativity shine as you bake this charming dessert that is sure to warm hearts and create lasting memories.

Ingredients

  • 17.5 oz sugar cookie mix 
  •  eggs 
  • 0.3 cup flour all-purpose
  • oz cream cheese softened (from 8 oz package)
  • 0.3 cup butter softened
  • 0.5 teaspoon almond extract 
  • cups powdered sugar 
  • tablespoons maraschino cherries 
  • 0.3 cup maraschino cherries chopped
  • 16 oz chocolate frosting 

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Mix together cookie mix, egg and flour.
  2. Add 2 oz. cream cheese (reserve remaining 3 oz. cream cheese), 2 tablespoons butter and almond extract; blend. Shape dough into 12x13-inch heart on large ungreased cookie sheet.
  3. Bake at 375°F for 12 to 15 minutes or until light golden brown around edges. Cool on cookie sheet 20 minutes. Carefully remove to cooling rack. Cool completely.
  4. Beat powdered sugar, 3 oz. cream cheese, remaining butter and cherry juice with electric mixer on low speed until smooth and creamy. Stir in maraschino cherries.
  5. Spread over cooled cookie.
  6. Spoon chocolate frosting, reserving 2 tablespoons, into decorating bag, with small star tip (#21); pipe around edges of cookie. Using reserved frosting pipe message on top of cookie. Store any leftover cookie in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories382kcal
Protein2.33%
Fat26.42%
Carbs71.25%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.44
Glycemic Load
1.08
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.0195652246475%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:382.31kcal
19.12%
Fat:11.45g
17.62%
Saturated Fat:4.69g
29.29%
Carbohydrates:69.49g
23.16%
Net Carbohydrates:69.02g
25.1%
Sugar:56.07g
62.3%
Cholesterol:23.83mg
7.94%
Sodium:174.15mg
7.57%
Alcohol:0.04g
100%
Alcohol %:0.05%
100%
Protein:2.27g
4.55%
Vitamin A:200.71IU
4.01%
Manganese:0.08mg
3.8%
Vitamin E:0.56mg
3.76%
Phosphorus:35.99mg
3.6%
Iron:0.63mg
3.51%
Selenium:2.42µg
3.46%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.4%
Copper:0.07mg
3.33%
Folate:9.79µg
2.45%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.43%
Potassium:67.74mg
1.94%
Fiber:0.47g
1.87%
Magnesium:6.99mg
1.75%
Calcium:15.57mg
1.56%
Vitamin B3:0.25mg
1.27%
Zinc:0.18mg
1.18%
Vitamin B5:0.1mg
1.04%