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17 Valentine’s Cookies Worth Baking This February

Valentine's cookies that actually feel worth baking. From soft sugar cookies to red velvet desserts and festive heart-shaped treats that don’t feel overdone.

Valentine's cookies.

Valentine’s cookies are kind of the perfect excuse to take in as much sugar as you want without caring about what anyone else thinks.

I mean it’s a holiday, you’re craving cookies, and it’s your time to make and eat as much as you want. Or maybe you just want some cute Valentine’s Day cookies to make for your significant other, or for your Valentine’s Day gathering. Either way, these cookies are gonna be a great (and tasty) way to celebrate.

And whether you’re craving something soft and pink, or chocolatey and heart-shaped, I think this list of cookies for Valentine’s Day has got you covered this year.

1. Linzer Cookies With Almond and Hazelnut

Valentine's Cookies.
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Linzer cookies are so pretty! Also, they’re kind of the perfect cookie to make for a Valentine’s Day party since they look so nice on a dessert table or a Valentine’s charcuterie board. And while it’s not a normal filling, the apricot jam honestly sounds so rich and delicious.

So if you want some heart-shaped cookies to enjoy or give away as a Valentine’s Day gift, then this recipe is a great option!

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2. Strawberry Cake Mix Cookies

Valentine's Cookies.
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I feel like this might just be one of the best Valentine cookies ideas on this list. It looks so fluffy, soft, and delicious! Also, they’re such a pretty pink color which makes them perfect for a fun Valentine’s Day celebration!

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3. Heart-Shaped Chocolate Chip Cookies

Valentine's Cookies.
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Chocolate chip cookies are a classic, but when you make them heart-shaped, they somehow become a little bit more eatable. And if you’re just looking for some nice Valentine’s Day cookie recipes for two, then this is a fun one to make and share together with coffee!

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4. Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies

Valentine's Cookies.
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I’m sorry, but strawberry cheesecake cookies? I need these immediately!

They sound so decadent and good, and not to mention they look so pretty and perfect for serving at a Galentine’s Day party.

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5. Lemon Sugar Cookies

Valentine's Cookies.
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I love lemon sugar cookies! And these look like they came right out of a Martha Stewart magazine. With a pretty white frosting and a little bit of lemon zest, they’re one of the best homemade Valentine’s Day cookies to put on your dessert table.

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6. Valentine Chocolate Kisses Cookies

Valentine's Cookies, Valentine Chocolate Kisses Cookies
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It’s kind of hard to go wrong with chocolate kisses cookies for Valentine’s Day. They’re a classic, plus you can decorate them in so many ways!

So if you’re in the mood to bake something sweet this February and you’re also craving chocolate, then I think this is the dessert recipe for you.

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7. Jammie Dodger Cookies

Valentine's Cookies, Jammie Dodger Cookies
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More Linzer cookies but with a pretty strawberry filling! These look like they would go great with a hot cup of coffee or tea and shared with good friends.

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8. Crumbl Sugar Cookies

Valentine's Cookies, Crumbl Sugar Cookies
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I think Crumbl cookies are so cute and pretty, and these ones made with a pretty pink frosting look like the perfect thing to make for a Valentine’s Day gathering.

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9. Red Velvet Oreo Cookies

Valentine's Cookies, Red Velvet Oreo Cookies
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I feel like these dark red velvet cookies look a bit romantic, and like the kind of dessert you’d make for your significant other. Or maybe they’re perfect for when you’re craving something a bit more dark and rich.

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10. Salted Caramel Heart Center Snickerdoodles

Valentine's Cookies, Salted Caramel Heart Center Snickerdoodles
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Salted caramel will always be a good flavor combination, and I think these simple snickerdoodles will be a great Valentine’s cookie recipe to try this year. I feel like all the flavors would just work so well together!

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11. Pink Strawberry Sugar Cookies

Valentine's Cookies, pink strawberry Sugar Cookies
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Another strawberry cookie, but this time a bit more simple looking. So if you don’t feel super confident in your decorating skills, then some pretty pink cookies might be exactly what you need come this Valentine’s Day.

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12. Ombre Heart Spritz Cookies

Valentine's Cookies, Ombre Heart Spritz Cookies
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I love ombre cookies! They’re so pretty and I feel like this baker does it so well. Also, I feel like these cookies would look so good on a Valentine’s dessert table.

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13. Heart Jam Shortbread Thumbprint Cookies

Valentine's Cookies, Heart Jam Shortbread Thumbprint Cookies
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I think shortbread thumbprint cookies are so cute and the perfect addition to your Valentine’s Day dessert menu. Also, this might be a fun recipe to do with the kids!

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14. Valentine’s Day Blossom Sugar Cookies

Valentine's Cookies, Valentine’s Day Blossom Sugar Cookies
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So simple, but also very colorful and cute! Also if you’re short on time, but you’re invited to a get-together, then this might be the cookie recipe to bring.

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15. Raspberry Cookies

Valentine's Cookies.
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If you’re not in the mood for making heart-shaped cookies but still want something pretty, tasty, and pink, then these are your answer.

I mean how pretty do these cookies with the raspberries and white chocolate look? Also, I think these would make for the perfect heartfelt gift on Valentine’s Day!

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16. Stained Glass Valentine Heart Cookies

Valentine's Cookies.
PHOTO: XOXO BELLA

I’ve always been a fan of these stained-glass window cookies. Also, the technique is actually pretty simple, so I’d say give it a try this Valentine’s Day! It’s a fun way to impress your guests (and maybe yourself as well).

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17. Pink Marble Heart Sugar Cookies

Valentine's Cookies.
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I love the marbled cookie design. They always look so pretty and classy, but also a bit whimsical.

And if you kinda wanna impress your friends and/or family, then these Valentine’s cookies might be the recipe you wanna make for your party.

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Grace Moser is the author and founder of Chasing Foxes, where she writes articles to help women create a life they love in big and small ways. She's been a full-time traveler since 2016 and loves sharing her experiences and exploring the world with her husband, Silas. Her lifestyle and travel advice can also be seen on sites such as Business Insider, Glamour, Newsweek, Huffpost, & Apartment Therapy.

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