Valentine’s Day is all about love—and what better way to show it than with homemade sugar cookies straight from the heart (and your oven)? Whether you're baking for a sweetheart, your kids, or just treating yourself (because you deserve it), these soft, buttery gluten free sugar cookies are the perfect way to spread a little extra sweetness. Plus, they’re easy to make and even more fun to decorate! Grab your favorite sprinkles, icing, and cookie cutters, and let’s bake up something special.
INGREDIENTS
Cookies
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2 ½ cups gluten-free flour (we used a combo of gluten free all-purpose and pastry flour)
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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½ teaspoon salt
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¾ cup cane sugar
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¼ cup brown sugar
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¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 large eggs
Icing
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¼ cup cream cheese, softened
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¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 ½ cups confectioners' sugar
DIRECTIONS
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees.
- Whisk together the gluten free flours, baking powder and salt.
- Next, beat the sugars, softened butter, and vanilla in a bowl until creamy, about 3 to 4 minutes. One at a time, beat in eggs until the mixture is smooth.
- Gradually mix in flour mixture until a dough forms.
- Roll the dough into a ball and refrigerate for about an hour. It helps to put it in plastic wrap.
- Roll the dough onto a lightly floured surface and cut into desired shapes. Arrange the cookies onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10 minutes, or until the cookies are just starting to brown. Rotate the pans halfway through.
- Cool the cookies on a wire rack.
- While the cookies are cooling, begin preparing the icing.
- Beat the cream cheese, softened butter, and vanilla with an electric mixer. Once well combined, slowly add the confectioners' sugar.
- Spread icing on cookies and enjoy!
There’s nothing quite like the joy of homemade treats, especially when they’re made with love. Whether you’re gifting these gluten free sugar cookies to friends, bringing them to a Valentine’s party, or enjoying them with a cozy cup of tea, they’re sure to bring smiles all around. So grab your apron, get baking, and don’t forget to share your creations with us—tag @RelativeFoods on Instagram so we can see your sweet masterpieces! Happy baking and Happy Valentine’s Day! ❤️🍪
