8 Valentine’s Day Cookie Recipes for 2025

Valentine’s Day isn’t complete without a little sweetness, and what better way to show love than with cookies? From fun and festive to indulgent and rich, this roundup of 8 best Valentine’s Day cookie recipes has something for everyone. Whether you’re baking for a loved one to share on a romantic evening, your friends, or just yourself (because self-love is important too!), these recipes will make your Valentine’s Day extra special. These treats are also perfect for bake sales and taking into school, and they’re easy enough for baking beginners. I know that you’ll love them as much as I do!

1. Valentine’s Day M&M Cookies

These chewy, delicious cookies are packed with pink, red, and white M&Ms for a festive, chocolatey bite. Perfect for sharing—or not! They’re a bake sale classic, and they’re sure to fly straight off the plate.

Servings: 24 cookies

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 1/2 cups Valentine’s M&Ms

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Cream butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla, mixing well.
3. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients.
4. Fold in M&Ms. Scoop dough onto baking sheets and bake for 10–12 minutes.

2. Chocolate Dipped Strawberry Cookies

These cookies bring the classic Valentine’s dessert to life in cookie form, with a strawberry base dipped in rich chocolate. Perfect for a DIY Valentine’s Day celebration!

Servings: 18 cookies

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup strawberry jam
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg, vanilla, and jam.
3. Stir in flour and baking powder. Scoop onto baking sheets and bake for 10–12 minutes.
4. Let cool, then dip each cookie halfway in melted chocolate. Allow to set on parchment paper.

3. Valentine’s Day Sugar Cookies

Soft, buttery, and perfect for decorating, these sugar cookies are a must-have for the holiday. If you want to get the kids involved, this recipe is a great choice. Decorating them is super fun, and you can get as creative as you like!

Servings: 24 cookies

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• Royal icing or buttercream for decorating

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cream butter and sugar until smooth. Beat in egg and vanilla.
3. Gradually add flour and baking powder. Roll out dough and cut into shapes with Valentine’s-themed cookie cutters.
4. Bake for 8–10 minutes. Cool completely before decorating with icing.

4. Raspberry Jam Thumbprint Cookies

These buttery cookies filled with tangy raspberry jam are a Valentine’s classic that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.

Servings: 20 cookies

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 large egg yolk
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup raspberry jam

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cream butter and sugar until light. Mix in egg yolk and gradually add flour.
3. Roll dough into balls, place on baking sheets, and make an indentation with your thumb.
4. Fill each indentation with jam. Bake for 10–12 minutes.

5. Chocolate Dipped Shortbread Cookies

Rich, buttery shortbread dipped in smooth chocolate—simple and elegant for your Valentine’s Day treat table.

Servings: 20 cookies

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted
• Pink, red, or white sprinkles

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
2. Beat butter and powdered sugar until creamy. Mix in flour until dough forms.
3. Roll dough into a log and slice into 1/4-inch rounds. Bake for 12–15 minutes.
4. Dip half of each cookie into melted chocolate and allow to set. Decorate with sprinkles.

6. Valentine’s Day Kitchen Sink Cookies

These cookies are loaded with everything you love—chocolate chips, nuts, candies, and sprinkles for a festive, romantic touch. These are my personal favorites, and I love the opportunity to use up lots of different odds and ends from my baking cupboard!

Servings: 24 cookies

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup Valentine’s M&Ms
• 1/4 cup chopped nuts

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cream butter and sugars. Add eggs and mix well.
3. Stir in flour, baking soda, chocolate chips, M&Ms, and nuts.
4. Scoop dough onto baking sheets and bake for 10–12 minutes.

7. Valentine’s Crinkle Cookies

These soft, chewy cookies are rolled in powdered sugar for a crackly, beautiful finish. A simple classic that are great for bake sales and school parties!

Servings: 18 cookies

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cream butter and sugar, then mix in egg and cocoa powder. Add flour and baking powder.
3. Roll dough into balls, coat in powdered sugar, and place on baking sheets.
4. Bake for 10–12 minutes until crinkled.

Cookies are the universal love language, and these 8 Valentine’s Day cookie recipes are sure to spread joy on the most romantic day of the year. Whether you’re gifting them to a sweetheart, baking with your kids, or indulging solo, these recipes are a fun and delicious way to celebrate the holiday. Enjoy!