Valentine’s Chocolate Chip Cookie Heart Treats Recipe
Introduction
Celebrate love with these adorable Valentine’s Chocolate Chip Cookie Hearts. They combine classic cookie dough with festive candy melts and sprinkles, making a sweet treat perfect for sharing or gifting.
Ingredients
- 1 package refrigerated cookie dough (or homemade dough)
- 1 bag candy melts
- ¼ cup sprinkles
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Step 2: Fill each heart-shaped cavity of your mold firmly with cookie dough, about three-quarters full, pressing it down tightly.
- Step 3: Place the mold on a cookie sheet and bake for 10 to 13 minutes, or until the sides begin to turn golden brown.
- Step 4: Remove from oven and let cool completely.
- Step 5: Loosen the edges of each heart mold and gently pop the cookies out. (No need to grease the molds beforehand.)
- Step 6: Pour sprinkles into a small bowl and prepare a sheet of wax paper to lay the cookies on.
- Step 7: Melt the candy melts according to package instructions.
- Step 8: Dip half of each cookie into the melted candy, then immediately coat with sprinkles, and place on wax paper until the coating hardens.
Tips & Variations
- Use homemade cookie dough for a more personalized flavor and texture.
- Try different colored candy melts and coordinating sprinkles to match any occasion.
- If your mold sticks, chilling the cookies for a few minutes before unmolding can help.
Storage
Store the cookie hearts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, keep them in the refrigerator for up to a week. To refresh, let them come to room temperature before serving. Avoid reheating, as it may soften the candy coating.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use regular chocolate instead of candy melts?
Yes, you can melt regular chocolate, but candy melts are easier to work with and harden with a smooth finish that holds sprinkles well.
Do I need to grease the heart-shaped mold?
No, greasing is not necessary. The cookies should release easily once they have cooled completely.
PrintValentine’s Chocolate Chip Cookie Heart Treats Recipe
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with these adorable Chocolate Chip Cookie Hearts, easy to make using refrigerated cookie dough or your favorite homemade recipe. Baked to golden perfection in a heart-shaped mold, then dipped in colorful candy melts and sprinkles for a festive, sweet treat that’s perfect for gifting or sharing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-13 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12–15 cookie hearts (depending on mold size and dough volume) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Cookie Dough
- 1 package Refrigerated cookie dough or your favorite homemade recipe
Toppings and Decoration
- 1 bag Candy Melts (for dipping)
- ¼ cup Sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the cookie hearts.
- Fill Heart Molds: Firmly press the cookie dough into each heart-shaped cavity, filling about three-quarters full. Ensure the dough is tightly packed to maintain shape during baking.
- Bake the Cookies: Place the mold on a cookie sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 10-13 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown.
- Cool Completely: Remove the mold from the oven and allow the cookies to cool completely before removing from the mold.
- Remove Cookie Hearts: Gently loosen the edges of each heart mold and pop out the cookies carefully; no greasing is needed as they come out easily.
- Prepare for Dipping: Pour sprinkles into a small bowl and lay out wax paper for the dipped cookies to rest on.
- Melt Candy Melts: Follow the package instructions to melt the candy melts until smooth and ready for dipping.
- Dip and Decorate: Dip half of each cookie heart into the melted candy, then immediately into the sprinkles. Place on the wax paper to allow the chocolate to harden before serving.
Notes
- Using well-chilled cookie dough helps maintain the shape of the hearts during baking.
- Do not grease the molds, as the cookies release more easily without greasing.
- Let the cookies cool completely before dipping to prevent melting the candy melts.
- Customize the sprinkles or candy melts colors to fit different occasions.
Keywords: Valentine’s Day cookies, chocolate chip cookie hearts, heart-shaped cookies, festive desserts, candy melt dipped cookies
