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Not so much a Chocolate Lover? Here’s what you can do for
VDay:

Heart shaped Shortbread Cookies:
I’m sharing my own Shortbread Cookie recipe. You can pick up heartshaped cookie cutters from your local Michael’s, Walmart, or Cake
Supply store. You can add your own touch by topping them with royal
icing so you can create a love note, sprinkles, or image.
Heat oven to 325
Ingredients:
1 1/2 stick(s) (3/4 cup) unsalted butter at room temperature
1/2 cup(s) confectioners’ sugar
1 1/2 teaspoon(s) vanilla extract
1 1/3 cup(s) all-purpose flour
2 tablespoon(s) granulated sugar
Beat butter, confectioners’ sugar and vanilla in a large bowl. Add in
flour at a low speed. On a lightly floured surface with a floured rolling
pin, roll the dough. Place dough 1 inch apart on ungreased cookie
sheet. Bake 11 to 13 minutes until set but not browned. Make sure
your cookies are completely cool before decorating.
Recipe courtesy of Pastries by Maria (PastriesbyMaria.com)