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Heart-shaped strawberry shortbread cookies are a sweet delight. They bring joy, especially on Valentine's Day. The cookies are soft, buttery, and filled with the lovely taste of strawberries. Their heart shape makes them perfect for sharing.

Heart-Shaped Strawberry Shortbread Cookies

Indulge in the joy of baking with heart-shaped strawberry shortbread cookies! This delightful treat is perfect for any occasion, especially Valentine's Day. Discover a simple recipe that combines buttery goodness with the sweet taste of fresh strawberries. Learn decorating tips and creative presentation ideas to impress your loved ones. Click through to explore all the details and start creating these charming cookies today!
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Ingredients
  

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

1/2 cup powdered sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 cup cornstarch

1/2 cup fresh strawberries, pureed (about 4 strawberries)

Extra powdered sugar for dusting

Pink or red sprinkles (optional)

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

    Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with the powdered sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.

      Add Vanilla and Puree: Mix in the vanilla extract and the strawberry puree. Beat until well incorporated, giving a lovely pink hue to the batter.

        Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, and salt.

          Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture to the butter mixture. Stir until the dough comes together. It should be soft yet firm enough to hold its shape.

            Chill the Dough: Flatten the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to firm it up.

              Roll and Shape the Cookies: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thick. Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out shapes and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

                Bake the Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are slightly golden. Keep an eye on them to prevent over-baking.

                  Cool and Decorate: Once baked, let the cookies cool on a wire rack. After cooling, dust with extra powdered sugar and sprinkle with pink or red sprinkles if desired.

                    Serve: Arrange the cookies on a decorative platter, or package them in a beautiful box for gifting.

                      Prep Time: 20 min | Total Time: 1 hr | Servings: 24 cookies

                        - Presentation Tips: Place the cookies in a heart-shaped box or a tiered tray adorned with fresh strawberries and mint leaves for a charming presentation.