Cupid, put down that arrow! We know that Valentine's Day cookies are really the way to your sweetie's heart.
45 Valentine Cookies We’re Giving to Our Sweethearts
Updated on Mar. 09, 2024
Butter Cookies
This great buttery Valentine cookie recipe is a favorite of my nephews, who love the creamy frosting. —Ruth Griggs, South Hill, Virginia
Also, treat your sweetie to one of these decadent Valentine’s Day desserts and you’ll capture their heart forever.
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Chocolate Heart Cookies
Total Time
40 min
Servings
about 2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
For a dramatic presentation, I dust dessert plates with cocoa powder and drizzle on a bit of melted raspberry fruit spread. I place a couple of these melt-in-your-mouth Valentine cookies in the center, along with some fresh rasberries, lemon zest and a sprig of mint. —TerryAnn Moore, Vineland, New Jersey
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 188 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 84mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
You’ll win hearts—and maybe a ring—with this recipe for Marry Me cookies. It’s loaded with two kinds of chocolate!
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Be-Mine Sandwich Cookies
Total Time
20 min
Servings
50 cookies
From the Recipe Creator:
These simple cookies are the first thing to disappear from dessert tables. They’re cute, colorful and extremely fast to make.
—Darcie Cross, Novi, Michigan
—Darcie Cross, Novi, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 65 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 67mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Red Velvet Spritz Cookies
Total Time
30 min
Servings
about 8-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I had never come across a red velvet spritz recipe, so I decided to create one for Valentine’s Day. The hint of cocoa makes these taste like red velvet cake. Add peppermint flavoring for a little extra kick. —Crystal Schlueter, Northglenn, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 38 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 7mg cholesterol, 17mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.
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Cranberry Nutella Sandwich Cookies
Total Time
45 min
Servings
16 sandwich cookies
From the Recipe Creator:
I created these cookies for my family after I realized that we had been without Nutella for far too long! The tart dried cranberries are a natural pairing to the hazelnut flavor. We can’t get enough of these sweet treats!
—Nancy Mock, Colchester, VT
—Nancy Mock, Colchester, VT
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich cookie: 284 calories, 16g fat (8g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 47mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Truffle-Filled Cookie Tarts
Total Time
1 hour 25 min
Servings
2-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I made chocolate truffles as a holiday tradition for many years. I created this recipe to incorporate my truffles into the center of fudgy cookies. It was a hit with friends and family.—Patricia Harmon, Baden, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 tart: 171 calories, 11g fat (6g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 54mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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Peanut Butter Cutout Cookies
Total Time
40 min
Servings
4-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I used peanut butter in place of the butter in my take on a traditional cutout cookie, which turned out super nutty and soft. My children love to decorate the cookie for Valentine’s Day with frosting, sprinkles and some creativity. —Cindi Bauer, Marshfield, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
2 each: 151 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 84mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Raspberry Pistachio Thumbprints
Total Time
40 min
Servings
about 3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Thumbprint cookies are a Christmas classic, and I especially like my updated version with pistachios. The rich, buttery bites are not only delicious, but they are also pretty enough to give for gifts—if you manage to share them! —Laura Murphy, Columbus, Mississippi
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 97 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 12mg cholesterol, 65mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Red Velvet Whoopie Pies
Total Time
50 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Everyone gets a kick out of this fun take on the popular red velvet cake. Take a shortcut and use packaged cream cheese frosting for the filling. —Judi Dexheimer, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 whoopie pie: 272 calories, 15g fat (9g saturated fat), 56mg cholesterol, 199mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Marbled Meringue Hearts
Total Time
45 min
Servings
about 2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Pretty pastel cookies are a fun way to brighten Valentine’s Day or any special occasion. Replace the vanilla with a different extract for a change of flavor. —Laurie Herr, Westford, Vermont
Nutrition Facts:
1 meringue: 27 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 7mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.
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Sweetheart Cookies
Total Time
40 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These rounds filled with fruit preserves were blue-ribbon winners at the county fair two years running. A family favorite, they never last beyond February 14! —Pamela Esposito, Smithville, New Jersey
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 102 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 46mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Shortbread Hearts
Total Time
35 min
Servings
about 2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These flaky cookies melt in your mouth. Dipped in chocolate, they look festive for Valentine’s Day. —Barbara Birk, St. George, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 171 calories, 10g fat (7g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 83mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Berry-Cream Cookie Snaps
Total Time
45 min
Servings
about 2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
My mom and I made up this recipe by combining two others. These cute cookies are crispy on the outside and light and fluffy inside. You could also bake the cookies flat and serve the filling as a cookie dip if you like. —Crystal Briddick, Colfax, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 72 calories, 4g fat (3g saturated fat), 12mg cholesterol, 44mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Cherry Cookies
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
With a tall glass of ice-cold milk, a couple of these cherry cookies really hit the spot for dessert or a snack. The coconut and bits of cherries provide a fun look and texture. —Judy Clark, Elkhart, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 81 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 12mg cholesterol, 74mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Chocolate-Covered Cherry Cookies
Total Time
40 min
Servings
4 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Although these cookies require a little extra effort, they’re worth it. I make them for Valentine’s Day and every family gathering—and they never last long! —Marie Kinyon, Mason, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 89 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 43mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Red Velvet Thumbprint Cookies
Total Time
45 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These festive sugar-coated red velvet cookies are perfect for Valentine’s Day. They’re just as delicious as they are beautiful. —Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 166 calories, 10g fat (6g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 39mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Strawberry Wedding Bell Cookies
Total Time
40 min
Servings
about 3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
To ring in a joyous occasion like Valentine’s Day, a bridal shower or wedding, I’m often asked to make these festive cookies. You can use different flavors of jam to suit your tastes. —Laurie Messer, Bonifay, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 87 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 58mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Raspberry Coconut Balls
Total Time
30 min
Servings
about 4 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
My family loves Hostess Zingers, especially the raspberry flavor coated with coconut, inspiring this treat to make for school bake sales. We can make about four dozen in 30 minutes, and they sell out fast! —Pam Clark, Wheaton, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 93 calories, 4g fat (3g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol, 52mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein.
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Secret Kiss Cookies
Total Time
40 min
Servings
4-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Here’s a recipe that’s literally sealed with a “kiss.” This cookie’s bound to tickle any sweet tooth. —Karen Owen, Rising Sun, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 103 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 31mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Chocolate Chip Red Velvet Whoopie Pies
Total Time
55 min
Servings
about 2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Baking a fun treat is a must when my four grandchildren come to stay for “Grandma Camp.” Sometimes the grandkids help by piping the cake batter. —Linda Schend, Kenosha, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 whoopie pie: 267 calories, 16g fat (6g saturated fat), 44mg cholesterol, 194mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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Macarons
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
30 macarons
From the Recipe Creator:
Even when decorated simply—a sprinkle of sugar and a drizzle of icing—these stylish beauties will be the showstoppers on any Christmas cookie tray. They are part of our creative Christmas cookies collection every year. —Josh Rink, Photo Stylist Taste of Home
Nutrition Facts:
1 macaron: 101 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 26mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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White Chocolate Raspberry Thumbprints
Total Time
35 min
Servings
about 3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
When I pass around the cookie tray, all eyes land on these fancy thumbprints. The white chocolate filling and dab of jewel-toned jam will satisfy even the most discriminating sweet tooth. —Agnes Ward, Stratford, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 120 calories, 8g fat (4g saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 43mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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Cherry Blossom Cookies
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Topped with a chocolate kiss, these cherry-flavored cookies look super cute on a dessert tray. Share them with family and friends. —Joy Yurk, Grafton, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 85 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 51mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Cranberry Lime Macaroons
Total Time
30 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
It wouldn’t be the holidays for my family and friends if I didn’t make these chewy lime-flavored macaroons. I usually make several batches a week during the season..—Alisa Costa, Chatham, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 100 calories, 6g fat (6g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 58mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein.
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Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Total Time
30 min
Servings
about 3-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
A friend gave me the recipe for these cookies many years ago, and they’re as delicious as the ones Mom used to make. The secret to the recipe is to measure exactly (no guessing on the amounts) and to not overbake. —Wendy Coalwell, Abbeville, Georgia
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 138 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 123mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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Jeweled Coconut Drops
Total Time
35 min
Servings
about 3-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Red raspberry preserves add a festive flair to these tender coconut cookies. Perfect for Valentine’s Day and cookie exchanges, these shaped cookies never last long when I make them for my husband and two sons. —Ellen Marie Byler, Munfordville, Kentucky
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 110 calories, 5g fat (4g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 71mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Mexican Chocolate Walnut-Cherry Biscotti
Total Time
1 hour 20 min
Servings
about 2-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I love to combine flavors and spices from different cultures. These cookies have ground cinnamon in them, which is a classic flavor in Mexican chocolate. They are very crunchy and are loaded with maraschino cherries and toasted walnuts. —Nancy C. Evans, Phoenix, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 208 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 78mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 4g fiber), 5g protein.
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Strawberry Cookie Cups
Total Time
55 min
Servings
about 4 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I learned to bake beside my mom and grandmother. When I was on break from college, I knew just how to entertain myself: I made cookies. Sharing this recipe with my mom and grandmother was a proud moment.—Andrea Zulauf, Livonia, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 109 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 19mg cholesterol, 75mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Chocolate Chunk Shortbread
Total Time
40 min
Servings
2 dozen
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 105 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 46mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Raspberry Ribbons
Total Time
40 min
Servings
5 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I make these attractive, buttery cookies to serve at our remote guest lodge, and all the cooks in the kitchen are addicted to them! —Patsy Wolfenden, Golden, British Columbia
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 67 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 40mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Chocolate Crinkle Cookies
Total Time
25 min
Servings
about 3-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
When I baked these moist, fudgy cookies for the first time, my three preschool children went wild over them! But I like them because they're lower in fat and easy to mix and bake. —Maria Groff, Ephrata, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 85 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 1mg cholesterol, 39mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1/2 fat.
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Heart-Shaped Cookies
Total Time
30 min
Servings
3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
This specialty cookie takes a little extra effort, but the delectable results are well-worth it. I bake the tender jam-filled hearts when I need something fancy to serve for Valentine's Day or other special occasions. —Jane Pearcy, Verona, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 163 calories, 9g fat (4g saturated fat), 29mg cholesterol, 101mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Brownie Cookies
Total Time
35 min
Servings
about 1-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Bring these super fudgy cookies to a party, and you're sure to make a friend. A little espresso powder in the dough makes them over-the-top delicious. — Rebecca Cababa, Las Vegas, Nevada
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 350 calories, 19g fat (11g saturated fat), 60mg cholesterol, 65mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (40g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein.
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Cherry Kisses
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Cookies that melt in your mouth and are practically fat-free—is it any wonder these crispy meringue morsels disappear as fast as I can whip them up? Friends and family love them. —Jo Ann Blomquest, Freeport, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
2 each: 45 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 7mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Chocolate-Raspberry Whoopie Pies
Total Time
50 min
Servings
2-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I’ve saved this jam-filled whoopie pie recipe for years after cutting it out of a newspaper. It’s one of my grandson's personal favorites. —Nancy Foust, Stoneboro, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 whoopie pie: 186 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 148mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Cherry Pinwheel Cookies
Total Time
40 min
Servings
about 5 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
A crisp, light textured cookie with a mild cherry flavor will add great color to your holiday cookie tray.—Jenn Reagan, Maple Valley, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 105 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 67mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Chocolate-Dipped Strawberry Meringue Roses
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Eat these pretty treats as is or crush them into a bowl of strawberries and whipped cream. Readers of my blog, utry.it, went nuts when I posted that idea.—Amy Tong, Anaheim, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 33 calories, 1g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 9mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch.
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Strawberry Cookies
Total Time
55 min
Servings
3.50 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I learned to bake with my grandmother and mother. I knew I was giving them a sweet new family tradition when I shared this recipe with them. —Andrea Zulauf, Livonia, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 121 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 70mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Chocolate Sandwich Cookies
Total Time
25 min
Servings
6 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These cookies freeze well, so it's easy to keep some on hand for last-minute munching. In summer, I often make them larger to use for ice cream sandwiches. —Mary Rempel, Altona, Manitoba
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich cookie: 118 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 139mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Coconut Cookies
Total Time
35 min
Servings
9 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
This simple yet satisfying coconut cookie recipe has been around for generations. Pressing a fork into the top gives the look of an old-fashioned washboard. —Tommie Sue Shaw, McAlester, Oklahoma
Nutrition Facts:
2 each: 107 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 12mg cholesterol, 61mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Berry Shortbread Dreams
Total Time
35 min
Servings
3-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Raspberry jam adds fruity sweetness to these rich raspberry-filled shortbread cookies. They will absolutely melt in your mouth! —Mildred Sherrer, Fort Worth, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 91 calories, 4g fat (3g saturated fat), 12mg cholesterol, 35mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Double-Dipped Shortbread Cookies
Total Time
25 min
Servings
about 2-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
My mom and her friend did a lot of cookie swaps together. They were always finding new recipes to share, including this one. There's something about a dipped cookie that makes it seem so special, so we usually save these for the holidays. —Ginger King, Big Bear Lake, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 137 calories, 8g fat (5g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 47mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Red Velvet Cookies
Total Time
30 min
Servings
5 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
My student job in college was in the bakery. These dreamy morsels take me back to that special place and time. Red velvet lovers will appreciate this fun take on the cake. —Christina Petri, Alexandria, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 103 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 62mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Palmiers
Total Time
35 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
It takes just two ingredients to make these impressive but easy-to-do French pastries, which are often called palm leaves. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 pastry: 83 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 0mg cholesterol, 34mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein.
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Dipped Cherry Cookies
Total Time
40 min
Servings
about 4 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Our seven children and four grandkids voted this festive, flavorful Valentine’s Day cookie a “keeper.” We gave a batch to our mail carrier, in thanks for trudging through so much snow, and she asked for the recipe. —Ruth Anne Dale, Titusville, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 108 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 34mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
