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Chocolate Covered Cookie Dough Hearts

Chocolate Covered Cookie Dough Hearts for Sweet Love Moments

Indulge in delightful Chocolate Covered Cookie Dough Hearts, perfect for Valentine's Day or any sweet occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 12 hearts
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Adds richness and moisture; margarine can be used as a substitute.
  • 0.5 cup Granulated Sugar Provides sweetness; coconut sugar can be used for a healthier option.
  • 0.5 cup Light Brown Sugar Enhances flavor and moisture; dark brown sugar deepens taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Whole Milk For creaminess; any dairy or non-dairy milk may be swapped.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for pure vanilla for best flavor.
  • 1 pinch Salt Balances sweetness; consider omitting for dietary needs.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Essential for structure; heat-treat for safety.
  • 0.5 cup Mini Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Infuses bursts of chocolate; dark chocolate chips are a great alternative.
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Forms the heart’s shell; alternatives include milk or white chocolate.
  • 1 tablespoon Coconut Oil or Vegetable Shortening Helps thin the chocolate for dipping.
  • as needed Valentine’s Day-themed Sprinkles Perfect for decoration.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Parchment Paper
  • Baking Sheet
  • Heart-shaped Cookie Cutter
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Fork

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Spread the all-purpose flour evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes, stirring every 2-3 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, beat 1 cup of unsalted butter, ½ cup of granulated sugar, and ½ cup of light brown sugar until fluffy. Add in 2 tablespoons of whole milk and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  3. Gradually mix in the heat-treated flour and a pinch of salt until a thick, sticky dough forms, then fold in ½ cup of mini chocolate chips.
  4. Roll the dough out to about ½ inch thick between two sheets of wax paper and chill for 15-20 minutes in the freezer.
  5. Cut out shapes with a heart-shaped cookie cutter and freeze for another 30 minutes.
  6. Melt 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips with 1 tablespoon of coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring until smooth.
  7. Dip each chilled cookie dough heart in the melted chocolate and sprinkle with Valentine's Day-themed sprinkles before the chocolate sets.
  8. Transfer the decorated hearts to a parchment-lined baking sheet to cool and set.
  9. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for up to three months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1heartCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Properly heat-treat the flour to eliminate harmful bacteria. Use wax paper for rolling out the dough. Melt chocolate carefully in short intervals to prevent burning.

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