Celebrate Valentine’s Day or any special occasion with these Heart Shaped Chocolate Chip Cookies! Soft, chewy, and irresistibly chocolatey, these cookies are cut into adorable heart shapes for a fun and festive touch. With no chill time required, you can whip them up in under 30 minutes—perfect for baking with kids, gifting to loved ones, or adding a sweet treat to any celebration.

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Ingredients

2¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
¾ teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
½ cup light brown sugar, packed
½ cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
2 large eggs, room temperature
1½ cups semisweet chocolate chips (mix of mini and regular)
Optional: chocolate chunks and festive sprinkles
Heart-shaped cookie cutter

Instructions for Heart Shaped Chocolate Chip Cookies

Preheat Oven & Prep Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
Cream Butter & Sugars: In a large bowl, beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy (1-2 minutes). Add eggs and vanilla; mix until combined.
Combine Wet & Dry: Gradually mix in the flour mixture until just incorporated. Fold in chocolate chips.
Scoop Dough: Using about 2 tablespoons of dough per cookie, drop onto prepared baking sheets, spacing 2-3 inches apart. Optional: press chocolate chunks and sprinkles onto each cookie.
Bake Cookies: Bake for 9-11 minutes, until edges are lightly golden and centers slightly underdone.
Cut into Hearts: While warm, press a heart-shaped cookie cutter into each cookie. Let cool on the sheet for 5-7 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

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Pro Tips

Use Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure butter and eggs are room temperature for a smooth dough.
Accurate Flour Measurement: Spoon and level your flour or use a kitchen scale to prevent dry cookies.
Extra Chocolatey: Press chunks of semisweet chocolate on top for gooey chocolate pools.
Add Fun Sprinkles: Valentine-themed sprinkles work perfectly without bleeding.

Why This Recipe Works

Soft and chewy texture every time
Extra chocolate in every bite
Quick, no-chill dough—ready in under 30 minutes
Perfect for gifting, school treats, or fun family baking

Substitutions & Variations

Butter: Swap unsalted butter with salted butter (reduce added salt slightly).
Chocolate: Use dark, milk, or white chocolate chips.
Shape Options: No cookie cutter? Leave cookies round or cut with a knife into hearts.
Add-ins: Chopped nuts, dried fruit, or mini candies work well.

Make-Ahead, Storage & Reheating Guide

Make-Ahead: Freeze dough balls up to 3 months. Bake from frozen, adding 1-2 minutes to the baking time.
Storage: Store baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Reheating: Warm in the oven at 300°F (150°C) for 3-5 minutes for a freshly baked taste.

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Serving Ideas for Heart Shaped Chocolate Chip Cookies

Pack in a gift box or cookie tin for Valentine’s Day
Serve with milk, hot cocoa, or coffee
Use as a dessert plate centerpiece with berries or whipped cream
Crumble over ice cream for a chocolatey topping

Nutrition (Per Serving Estimate)

Calories: 215 kcal
Carbohydrates: 24 g
Protein: 2 g
Fat: 12 g
Saturated Fat: 7 g
Cholesterol: 35 mg
Sodium: 127 mg
Sugar: 13 g

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I make these cookies without a cookie cutter?
A: Yes! You can leave them round or carefully cut with a knife.

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Q: Do I need to chill the dough?
A: No chilling required—ready to bake in under 30 minutes.

Q: How can I make them extra chocolatey?
A: Press chocolate chunks on top right after baking for melty pools.

These Heart Shaped Chocolate Chip Cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with chocolate—perfect for celebrations, gifts, or family baking fun. Quick, easy, and adorable, they’re sure to delight anyone who tries them!