Guide Note

Valentine's Day cookies are often baked in the shape of hearts or decorated with heart confections. Red and Pink are the most commonly used colors for frosting and decorations.

Fast Facts

1. Valentine's Day is February 14
2. Can be rolled, filled or iced
3. Popular choice for parties

Of all types of cookies made for Valentine's Day, decorated sugar cookies are the most popular. They are often made in the shape of hearts and decorated with icing. There has recently been a growing popularity with Cookie Bouquets, which are made with decorated cookies baked on a stick. The cookies are then stood up in a vase or holder and arranged to represent a bouquet. Cookie bouquets make a nice gift for someone for Valentine's Day, along with an attractive decoration for a party or office setting.

For more recipes, please see Valentine's Day Dessert, Valentine's Day Cupcakes and Valentine's Day Candy