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50 Best Valentine's Cookie Recipes to Show Your Love

Go on: Take another little piece of my heart-shaped cookie.

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Alexandra Grablewski

Some people shower their Valentine with flowers and jewelry, some show their affection with homemade sweets and home-cooked meals. While we'd never turn down that first option, we're big fans of foodie gifts too! When it comes to Valentine's Day gifts, you can never go wrong with from-scratch treats made with love! Whether you’re preparing something special for your Valentine or handing out treat bags to friends or your classmates, we’ve rounded up our favorite cookie recipes that deliver on flavor and creativity! Break out your heart cookie cutters, festive sprinkles, and cookie scoops and get to baking!

1

Peanutty Valentine Cookies

peanutty valentine cookies with a chocolate heart pressed on top
Nestle

Half candy and half cookie, this tiny Valentine's treat is dangerously delicious.

Get the recipe for Peanutty Valentine Cookies.

2

Classic Oatmeal Cookies

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Becky Lugart-Stayner

If your Valentine loves a classic, chewy oatmeal cookie, bake up a big batch of these comforting and cozy cookies!

Get the recipe for Classic Oatmeal Cookies.

3

Classic Chewy Sugar Cookies

classic chewy sugar cookies
Becky Lugart-Stayner

Sometimes a classic sugar cookie just hits the spot! These cookies are perfect with or without frosting, and are a cute gift when packaged in Valentine's bags and tied with a festive ribbon!

Get the recipe for Classic Chewy Sugar Cookies.

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Classic Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies

classic chewy chocolate chip cookies
Becky Lugart-Stayner

If you need to whip up a batch of Valentine's treats for a large group or classroom, you can't go wrong with these! They're easy to make and will be devoured in no time!

Get the recipe for Classic Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies.

5

Thin-and-Crispy Chocolate Chip Cookies

thin and crispy chocolate chip cookies
Becky Lugart-Stayner

If you're less of a thick and chewy cookie person and are on team thin and crispy instead, we've got those too! These cookies are sweet, crunchy, and pair perfectly with a class of milk.

Get the recipe for Thin-and-Crispy Chocolate Chip Cookies.

6

Red Velvet Snowflakes with Cream Cheese Icing

red velvet snowflakes with cream cheese icing
Becky Lugart-Stayner

It's possible you might get some snow on Valentine's Day in certain areas, but for these festive red velvet cookies, you can use any Valentine-themed cookie cutters you want!

Get the recipe for Red Velvet Snowflakes with Cream Cheese Icing.

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7

Peanut Butter–Candy Bar Thumbprint Cookies

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Ren Fuller

Another great Valentine's recipe for sharing with a crowd, these thumbprint cookies are full of peanut butter flavor and topped with a mini candy treat. Assemble in bags and hand out to all of your friends this Valentine's Day!

Get the recipe for Peanut Butter–Candy Bar Thumbprint Cookies.

8

Shortbread Cookies with Four Glazes

shortbread cookies with four glazes
Jose Picayo

Use your favorite Valentine's Day cookie cutters for these classic shortbread cookies! Then dress them up with different glazes for extra flavor.

Get the recipe for Shortbread Cookies with Four Glazes.

9

Marshmallow-Chocolate Cookie Sammies

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Angie Mosier

Dipped in chocolate and filled with marshmallow goodness? We wouldn't mind a heart-shaped Valentine's box full of these sandwich cookies!

Get the recipe for Marshmallow-Chocolate Cookie Sammies.

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10

Chocolate Volcano Cookies

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Con Poulos

Crunchy on the outside and chewy on the inside, these simple cookies are easily customized with your choice of chips (dark chocolate, white chocolate, peanut butter, etc.).

Get the recipe for Chocolate Volcano Cookies.

11

Red Velvet Snowballs

red velvet cookies rolled in powdered sugar
Burcu Avsar

These red velvet cookies are a sweet gesture for your date on Valentine's Day! They also makes sweet gifts for teachers, friends, and neighbors.

Get the recipe for Red Velvet Snowballs.

12

German Chocolate Sandwich Cookies

german chocolate sandwich cookies
Ren Fuller

German Chocolate Cake lovers will love a plate of these cookies this Valentine's Day!

Get the recipe for German Chocolate Sandwich Cookies.

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13

Strawberry Rhubarb Shortbread Bars

strawberry rhubarb shortbread bars each topped with a slice of strawberry
Brian Woodcock

This easy strawberry-rhubarb bar recipe is perfectly festive for Valentine's Day and just as delicious!

Get the recipe for Strawberry Rhubarb Shortbread Bars.

14

Bittersweet-Chocolate Sandwich Cookies with Raspberry Preserves

bittersweet chocolate sandwich cookies with raspberry preserves arranged in the cavities of a muffin tin
Iain Bagwell

Just like you and your Valentine, bittersweet chocolate and a sweet-tart raspberry filling make a perfect pair.

Get the recipe for Bittersweet-Chocolate Sandwich Cookies with Raspberry Preserves.

15

Triple Chocolate-Hazelnut Cookies

triple chocolate hazelnut cookies on a wire rack and also stacked in a plastic gift bag tied with ribbon
Burcu Avsar

Chocolate lovers will be delighted when presented with a bag of these decadent cookies for Valentine's Day!

Get the recipe for Triple Chocolate-Hazelnut Cookies.

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16

ABC Sugar Cookies

abc sugar cookies some plain and some with icing outlines
Ren Fuller

Need to spell it out for someone? These easy-to-make sugar cookies are just the thing.

Get the recipe for ABC Sugar Cookies.

17

Striped Peppermint Sandwich Cookies

sandwich cookies dipped in chocolate with stripes painted on top with edible paint
Becky Luigart-Stayner

Channel your inner artist this Valentine's Day with these creative cookies! Swap the peppermint for your favorite flavors!

Get the recipe for Striped Peppermint Sandwich Cookies.

18

Slice-and-Bake Shortbread Cookies

slice and bake shortbread cookies arranged in a metal tin with pink tissue paper
Becky Luigart-Stayner

This recipe is perfect for appeasing a variety of tastes. Easy swaps let you add or remove nuts, chocolate, or lemon zest.

Get the recipe for Slice-and-Bake Shortbread Cookies.

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19

Chocolate-Dipped Cookies

chocolate dipped cookies arranged on a plate with a cup of tea
Alexandra Grablewski

Even if you're going out for dinner for Valentine's Day, head home for dessert. These tasty cookies are the perfect complement to after-dinner coffee or tea.

Get the recipe for Chocolate-Dipped Cookies.

20

Chocolate-Hazelnut Macarons

chocolate hazelnut macarons lined up on a white serving plate
Frances Janisch

These crunchy, sweet, cookie-like little French treats will bring to mind a romantic evening strolling around the City of Love.

Get the recipe for Chocolate-Hazelnut Macarons.

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