Cinnamon Heart Sugar Cookies (Soft, Sweet & Perfectly Spiced)
Soft and chewy sugar cookies flavored with cinnamon and topped with festive cinnamon hearts. These Cinnamon Heart Sugar Cookies are buttery, lightly spiced, and perfect for Valentine’s Day baking or gifting.
These Cinnamon Heart Sugar Cookies are soft, buttery sugar cookies with a warm cinnamon kick and festive heart shape. They’re sweet, slightly spicy, and perfect for Valentine’s Day, holidays, or anytime you want a cozy, bakery-style cookie with a little extra flavor.
Cinnamon Heart Sugar Cookies bring together the classic comfort of sugar cookies with the warm spice and sweetness of cinnamon. They’re easy to make, fun to decorate, and filled with nostalgic flavor.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Soft & Chewy Texture: Bakery-style cookies every time.
- Warm Cinnamon Flavor: Sweet with a gentle spice.
- Festive & Fun: Perfect heart-shaped cookies for Valentine’s Day.
- Easy to Make: Simple ingredients and straightforward steps.
- Great for Gifting: Holds shape well and looks beautiful.
- Kid-Friendly: Fun to cut, decorate, and share.
Cinnamon Heart Sugar Cookies
Ingredients
Method
- Prepare the Dough
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In a separate bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg and vanilla; mix until combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms.
- Chill the Dough
- Divide dough into two discs.
- Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for 30–45 minutes.
- Chilling helps the cookies hold their shape when baking.
- Roll & Cut
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Roll dough on a lightly floured surface to ¼-inch thickness.
- Use heart-shaped cookie cutters to cut cookies.
- Place cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Decorate
- Press cinnamon heart candies gently into the dough.
- Sprinkle lightly with cinnamon sugar or sanding sugar if desired.
- Bake
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, until edges are set but centers are soft.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack.
Nabeela’s Pro Tips
1. Don’t over bake the cookies
For soft, chewy Cinnamon Heart Sugar Cookies, remove them from the oven when the edges are just set and the centers still look slightly underbaked. They will continue to firm up as they cool.
2. Chill the dough for clean shapes
Chilling prevents spreading and helps the cookies keep their heart shape. If the dough becomes too soft while rolling, pop it back in the fridge for 10 minutes.
3. Press candies in gently
Cinnamon hearts can crack if pressed too hard. Lightly press them into the dough so they stick without sinking completely.
4. Use parchment paper for even baking
Parchment ensures even heat distribution and prevents the cookies from browning too quickly on the bottom.
5. Add extra cinnamon for bold flavor
If you love a stronger cinnamon kick, sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon sugar over the cookies right after baking.
6. Let cookies cool before moving
Fresh cookies are delicate. Let them rest for a few minutes before transferring to avoid breaking.
FAQs
1. Can I make Cinnamon Heart Sugar Cookies ahead of time?
Yes! You can prepare the dough up to 2 days in advance and store it in the refrigerator until ready to roll and bake.
2. Can I freeze the cookie dough?
Absolutely. Wrap the dough tightly and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before using.
3. Can I freeze baked cookies?
Yes. Store baked cookies in an airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months. Let them thaw at room temperature before serving.
4. What if I don’t have cinnamon heart candies?
You can substitute with cinnamon sugar, red sanding sugar, or drizzle with icing for a festive look.
5. How should I store these cookies?
Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 5 days to keep them soft and fresh.
