Introduction
There’s something extra special about soft Valentine’s Day cookies—the kind that bend instead of snap and stay tender for days. Whether you’re baking for someone you love or just treating yourself, these recipes focus on plush centers, gentle sweetness, and cozy flavors that feel perfect for February.
1. Soft Pink Sugar Cookies
These classic cookies are light, fluffy, and gently sweet with a pillowy bite.
Ingredients
- 2¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1¼ cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Pink food coloring, optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment.
- Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream butter and sugar until fluffy, 2–3 minutes.
- Beat in egg and vanilla.
- Mix in dry ingredients until just combined.
- Scoop dough, roll into balls, and place 2 inches apart.
- Bake 9–11 minutes until edges are set but centers are soft.
How to Serve It
Serve slightly warm with a light dusting of powdered sugar.
2. Strawberry Cream Cookies
Naturally fruity and extra tender thanks to real strawberry flavor.
Ingredients
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup strawberry purée
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Whisk flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream butter and sugar until light.
- Mix in egg, strawberry purée, and vanilla.
- Fold in dry ingredients.
- Scoop dough and bake 10–12 minutes.
How to Serve It
Add a small dollop of whipped cream on the side.
3. Chocolate Chip Valentine Cookies
A soft-baked classic that always feels right.
Ingredients
- 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg + 1 yolk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1½ cups chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Mix dry ingredients.
- Stir butter and sugars until smooth.
- Add egg, yolk, and vanilla.
- Fold in flour mixture and chocolate chips.
- Bake 11–13 minutes.
How to Serve It
Perfect with warm milk or hot cocoa.
4. Red Velvet Soft Cookies
Tender, cocoa-kissed cookies with a rich color.
Ingredients
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Red food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine dry ingredients.
- Cream butter and sugar.
- Beat in egg, vanilla, and coloring.
- Mix in dry ingredients.
- Bake 10–12 minutes.
5. Vanilla Bean Meltaway Cookies
These almost dissolve as you bite into them.
Ingredients
- 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla bean paste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream butter and powdered sugar.
- Mix in vanilla.
- Fold in flour gently.
- Bake 10–12 minutes.
6. Soft Lemon Sugar Cookies
Bright, gentle citrus with a tender center.
Ingredients
- 2¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup sugar
- ¾ cup butter
- 1 large egg
- Zest of 2 lemons
Instructions
Bake at 350°F for 9–11 minutes.
7. White Chocolate Raspberry Cookies
Sweet and slightly tangy with a plush texture.
Ingredients
- 2½ cups flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¾ cup butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- ¾ cup raspberries
Instructions
Bake at 350°F for 11–12 minutes.
8. Soft Heart Sprinkle Cookies
Fun, colorful, and extra tender.
Ingredients
- 2¾ cups flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¾ cup butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- ½ cup heart sprinkles
Instructions
Bake at 350°F for 9–11 minutes.
9. Chocolate Crinkle Valentine Cookies
Fudgy inside with a soft bite.
Ingredients
- 2 cups flour
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup butter
- 2 eggs
Instructions
Bake at 350°F for 10–12 minutes.
10. Almond Soft Sugar Cookies
Delicate flavor with bakery-style softness.
Ingredients
- 2½ cups flour
- ¾ cup butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp almond extract
Instructions
Bake at 350°F for 9–11 minutes.
11. Strawberry Shortcake Cookies
Inspired by a favorite dessert.
Ingredients
- 2½ cups flour
- ½ cup butter
- ¾ cup sugar
- 1 egg
- ¾ cup diced strawberries
Instructions
Bake at 350°F for 12 minutes.
12. Soft Cocoa Sugar Cookies
Chocolate-leaning without being heavy.
Ingredients
- 2¼ cups flour
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- ¾ cup butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 egg
Instructions
Bake at 350°F for 10 minutes.
13. Cream Cheese Soft Cookies
Extra tender thanks to cream cheese.
Ingredients
- 2½ cups flour
- ½ cup butter
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 egg
Instructions
Bake at 350°F for 11 minutes.
14. Chocolate Kiss Cookies
Soft bases with a chocolate center.
Ingredients
- 2¼ cups flour
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- ¾ cup butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 24 chocolate kisses
Instructions
Bake at 350°F for 9–10 minutes.
15. Soft Confetti Valentine Cookies
Bright, cheerful, and tender.
Ingredients
- 2¾ cups flour
- ¾ cup butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- ½ cup sprinkles
Instructions
Bake at 350°F for 9–11 minutes.
16. Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies
Buttery and soft with a fruity center.
Ingredients
- 2½ cups flour
- 1 cup butter
- ¾ cup sugar
- ½ cup raspberry spread
Instructions
Bake at 350°F for 12 minutes.
17. Soft Chocolate Sugar Cookies
Simple and melt-in-your-mouth.
Ingredients
- 2¼ cups flour
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- ¾ cup butter
- 1 cup sugar
Instructions
Bake at 350°F for 10 minutes.
18. Strawberry Frosted Cookies
Soft base with creamy topping.
Ingredients
- 2½ cups flour
- ¾ cup butter
- 1 cup sugar
- Strawberry frosting
Instructions
Bake at 350°F for 11 minutes.
19. Vanilla Pudding Cookies
Extra plush from pudding mix.
Ingredients
- 2¼ cups flour
- 1 box vanilla pudding mix
- ¾ cup butter
- 1 cup sugar
Instructions
Bake at 350°F for 10–12 minutes.
20. Soft Oat Sugar Cookies
Comforting and gentle in texture.
Ingredients
- 2 cups flour
- 1½ cups oats
- ¾ cup butter
- 1 cup sugar
Instructions
Bake at 350°F for 12 minutes.
21. Pink Frosted Cutout Cookies
Soft cutouts that stay tender.
Ingredients
- 2¾ cups flour
- ¾ cup butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 egg
Instructions
Bake at 350°F for 8–10 minutes.
22. Soft Chocolate Swirl Cookies
Two flavors, one tender bite.
Ingredients
- 2½ cups flour
- ¾ cup butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
Instructions
Bake at 350°F for 10 minutes.
23. Valentine Sprinkle Meltaway Cookies
Delicate cookies that truly melt.
Ingredients
- 2¼ cups flour
- 1 cup butter
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ½ cup sprinkles
Instructions
Bake at 350°F for 10–11 minutes.
Conclusion
Soft cookies have a way of making Valentine’s Day feel warmer and sweeter. Whether you bake one batch or work your way through the list, these recipes are perfect for sharing, gifting, or saving for later. Pick a favorite, preheat the oven, and enjoy every tender bite.
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