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Small heart-shaped shortbread cookies for Valentine's Day

Recipe by Once Upon a Time Pastry

Melt-in-your-mouth shortbread, pink and white, cut into hearts and interlocked for a perfect romantic look for Valentine's Day. Easy to make, they are both decorative and delicious.

MediumFrenchServes 24

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Source Video
55m
Prep
1h 5m
Cook
14m
Cleanup
2h 14m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$5.30
Per serving:$0.22

Critical Success Points

  • Mix the dough until a sandy texture is achieved without overheating the butter
  • Chill for at least 1 hour for each dough
  • Precise assembly of opposite‑colored hearts
  • Bake at 180°C for 12‑15 minutes to avoid excessive browning

Safety Warnings

  • Handle the hot oven – wear kitchen gloves
  • Be careful with the knife or cookie cutter to avoid cuts

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