Looking for the perfect Valentine’s Day cookies? These easy, adorable recipes are the sweetest way to spread love this holiday!
Valentine’s Day is almost here, and I’m already in full-on baking mode.
Seriously, is there anything better than a kitchen that smells like freshly baked cookies? I don’t think so.
And when it comes to Valentine’s Day cookies, they’re more than just desserts—they’re little bites of love. Cheesy? Maybe. But true.
Whether you’re making them for your partner, your bestie, or just for yourself (because self-love is a vibe), Valentine’s Day cookies are the sweetest way to spread the love.
The best part? You don’t need to be a pro baker to pull these off.
So grab some sprinkles, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to bake your way to someone’s heart!
Must-Have Baking Essentials
Before we dive into the cookie ideas, you’ll want to stock up on a few essentials. Think of this as your Valentine’s Day baking survival kit:
- Heart-Shaped Cookie Cutters – An absolute must. Like, how else are we going to make adorable hearts?
- Food Coloring – Perfect for creating dreamy Valentine’s Day shades.
- Sprinkles Galore – Red, pink, white, and maybe a pop of gold if you’re feeling fancy.
- Valentine’s Cookie Stencils – Perfect for effortlessly adding romantic designs like hearts and “LOVE.”
What Are the Best Valentine’s Day Cookie Ideas?
Okay, here’s the good stuff. These cookie ideas range from super simple to “omg, I can’t believe I made this!” Pick your vibe and get baking.
1. Red Velvet Sugar Cookies
These are basically the lovechild of red velvet cake and sugar cookies, and OMG, they’re perfection. Soft, chewy, and that gorgeous red color? Total Valentine’s Day vibes. Add a drizzle of cream cheese glaze, and you’ve got a cookie that’s almost too pretty to eat (almost).
2. Sugar Cookie Cups
Okay, imagine a sugar cookie shaped like a little cup and filled with frosting, chocolate, or even fruit jam. Cute, right? They’re super easy to make, and everyone will think you’re a baking genius. Bonus: They’re bite-sized, so you can totally eat, like, five. No judgment.
3. Nutella Linzer Heart Cookies
Linzer cookies are already adorable, but swap out the jam for Nutella, and they’re next-level amazing. Two buttery cookies sandwiched together with a heart-shaped cutout showing off that creamy chocolatey goodness? Yes, please.
4. Vegan Love Letter Pastries
If you’re vegan (or baking for someone who is), these are SUCH a cute idea. Little puff pastry rectangles decorated like love letters and filled with something sweet like jam or a vegan chocolate spread. They’re almost too cute to eat. Almost.
5. Red Velvet Truffles
Red velvet, but make it fancy. These are little bite-sized truffles made from red velvet cake crumbs mixed with frosting, then dipped in chocolate. They’re rich, indulgent, and basically scream, “I put in effort, but not too much effort.”
6. Strawberry Shortbread Cookies
These cookies are soft, buttery, and have the perfect hint of strawberry flavor. Top them with a drizzle of pink glaze or some sparkly sugar, and they’ll look like they came straight out of a bakery. Perfect for Valentine’s Day tea parties or just snacking while binge-watching rom-coms.
7. Valentine’s M&M Cookies
Picture your favorite chocolate chip cookies, but instead of chocolate chips, you toss in pink, red, and white M&Ms. They’re colorful, festive, and sooo easy to make. Plus, who doesn’t love an excuse to eat candy in their cookies?
8. Valentine’s Day Cookies
These are your classic sugar cookies dressed up for Valentine’s Day. Think hearts, Xs and Os, and cute little cupids, all decorated with colorful icing and sprinkles. They’re simple, adorable, and always a crowd-pleaser.
9. Valentine’s Day Heart Cookies
Take the classic sugar cookies to the next level by making them extra special with detailed royal icing designs. Think ombré hearts, mini messages, or glittery finishes. They look super fancy, but the best part? You don’t need to be a pro to make them!
10. Raspberry Chocolate Chip Cookies
These are like regular chocolate chip cookies but with a Valentine’s Day glow-up. Fresh raspberries add a fruity twist, and they pair sooo well with the melty chocolate chips. They’re gooey, sweet, and lowkey feel kinda fancy.
11. Chocolate Cherry Cookies
These cookies are rich, chocolatey, and filled with juicy cherries that make them feel so romantic. It’s like a chocolate-covered cherry turned into a cookie. They’re perfect if you want to go for a “fancy but still cozy” vibe.
12. Red Velvet Cake Pops
Okay, these might technically be cake, but who’s keeping track? Little bites of red velvet cake coated in chocolate and served on a stick are basically cookies’ adorable cousins. Bonus points for decorating them with heart-shaped sprinkles!
13. Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter Hearts
Think Reese’s cups, but homemade and WAY cuter. Peanut butter filling shaped like hearts, dipped in chocolate, and maybe drizzled with a little pink icing? So easy and so delicious. I may or may not eat these all myself.
14. Red Velvet Bear Cookies
These cookies are a mix of adorable and yummy. Imagine soft red velvet cookies decorated to look like cute little teddy bears holding tiny hearts. They’re almost too cute to eat. Almost.
15. Chocolate Chip Lava Cookies
These cookies have gooey chocolate centers that ooze out when you take a bite. Basically, a warm hug in cookie form. Serve them warm with a little ice cream, and you’ve got yourself a Valentine’s Day dessert to remember.
16. CRUMBL Pink Velvet Cookies
These are basically a copycat version of those famous Crumbl cookies. Soft, thick, and frosted with the prettiest pink cream cheese icing. They’re rich, buttery, and taste like they came straight from the bakery (but you made them at home—go you!).
17. Raspberry Cheesecake Cookies
Cheesecake + cookies = pure magic. These are soft cookies swirled with raspberry jam and creamy cheesecake filling. They’re fancy enough for date night but easy enough to whip up on a chill afternoon.
18. Sparkle Sweetheart Cookies
These sugar cookies are super simple, but the sparkle makes them extra special. Roll them in pink or red sanding sugar before baking, and they come out looking like little edible gems. Perfect for anyone who loves a little glitter in their life.
19. Heart Shaped Brownies
Okay, I know they’re technically brownies, but they totally count. Cut brownies into hearts, drizzle with pink icing or sprinkle with powdered sugar, and boom—Valentine’s Day magic. Bonus: You don’t even need cookie cutters. A knife works fine if you’re careful!
20. Maraschino Cherry Cookies
These cookies are buttery and sweet, with little pops of cherry flavor from the maraschino cherries. Add a drizzle of chocolate on top, and they go from cute to wow real quick. They’re perfect for anyone who loves a fruity dessert.
21. White Chocolate Strawberry Truffles
These little truffles are rich, creamy, and full of strawberry flavor. Dip them in white chocolate and sprinkle with pink sugar or drizzle with red icing for a Valentine’s Day treat that looks as fancy as it tastes. Bonus: No baking required!
22. Strawberry Shortbread Cookies
Soft, buttery shortbread cookies with just a hint of strawberry flavor—so simple, but so good. You can top them with a light glaze or just a dusting of powdered sugar. They’re perfect for when you want something sweet without a ton of effort.
23. Crumbl Red Velvet Cupcake Cookies
If you’re obsessed with Crumbl, you have to try these. They’re big, soft red velvet cookies topped with cream cheese frosting and a sprinkle of mini chocolate chips. They’re so indulgent you’ll feel like you just walked out of the store with a pink box.
24. Easy Almond Linzer Cookies
These are like the Nutella Linzer Cookies, but filled with a sweet almond jam instead. They have that cute little heart cutout on top and just the right balance of nutty and sweet. Plus, they’re way easier to make than they look!
25. Valentine’s Red Velvet Whoopie Pies
Two soft red velvet cookies sandwiched together with fluffy cream cheese frosting—basically a cookie sandwich, and I’m here for it. They’re fun to make, super cute, and even better to eat. Warning: You’ll want more than one.
26. Cupid Bites
Tiny bite-sized cookies that are soft, sweet, and decorated with colorful Valentine’s sprinkles. They’re super easy to make and perfect for sharing—or, you know, just munching on while binge-watching your favorite show. No judgment here!
27. Strawberry Truffle Kiss Cookies
These cookies are soft, strawberry-flavored, and topped with a chocolate truffle kiss right in the center. They look so fancy, but they’re super easy to make. Plus, that combo of chocolate and strawberry? Chef’s kiss. 😘
28. Strawberry Gooey Butter Cookies
These cookies are melt-in-your-mouth soft, with a sweet strawberry flavor that makes them feel extra special. Dust them with powdered sugar for a pretty finish, and watch them disappear—like, fast.
29. Valentine’s Day Oreo Truffles
Crushed Oreos mixed with cream cheese, rolled into balls, and dipped in pink or red chocolate. These are no-bake, super quick to whip up, and crazy addictive. Add some sprinkles, and you’ve got the perfect bite-sized treat.
30. Valentine Linzer Cookies
These classic linzer cookies scream Valentine’s Day with their heart-shaped cutouts and fruity jam filling. Use raspberry or strawberry jam for that gorgeous red color. They’re light, sweet, and perfect for pairing with a cup of tea.
31. Oreo Red Velvet Cookies
Think of this as a red velvet cookie with a creamy Oreo twist. These are soft, chewy, and stuffed with bits of Oreo cookies for an extra surprise. They’re like the best of both worlds in one bite.
Valentine’s Day Cookies: FAQs
Got questions about Valentine’s Day cookies? Let me help you out!
Q: What’s the Easiest Valentine’s Day Cookie to Make?
Hands down, sugar cookies! They’re super simple to make and so fun to decorate, even if you’re not the artsy type. I love them because you can cut them into cute shapes, add a pop of frosting, or go all out with sprinkles and edible glitter.
Q: Can You Bake the Cookies Ahead of Time?
Definitely! I do this all the time to save myself the last-minute panic. Just bake the cookies (leave them undecorated) and pop them in the freezer for up to a month. When you’re ready to use them, let them thaw and then decorate.
Q: How Do You Stop Your Cookies from Spreading?
I’ve been there—your perfectly cut hearts turn into blobs in the oven. The trick? Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. It keeps the butter from melting too fast and helps your shapes stay sharp. Trust me, this one little step makes a huge difference, and it’s worth the wait!
Wrap Up
And there you have it—Valentine’s Day cookie ideas that are cute, sweet, and full of love. Whether you’re a pro baker or just in it for the fun, these cookies will make your Valentine’s Day extra special. ❤️🍪
Need more Valentine’s Day recipes?
