Valentine’s Day Kitchen Sink Cookies are soft, chewy, bakery-style cookies packed with a fun mix of sweet and crunchy add-ins. Just like the name suggests, you can throw in a little of everything you love. These cookies are perfect for Valentine’s Day because they’re colorful, festive, and full of texture in every bite. They’re great for parties, cookie boxes, or when you want one cookie that does it all.
Ingredients
- Unsalted butter, softened
- Brown sugar
- Granulated sugar
- Eggs
- Vanilla extract
- All-purpose flour
- Baking soda
- Salt
- White chocolate chips
- Pink and red candy-coated chocolates
- Valentine sprinkles
- Pretzels, broken
- Roasted peanuts or mixed nuts
- Optional: marshmallow bits or toffee pieces
Preparation Steps
Step 1: Make the Dough
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).In a large bowl, cream butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.Add eggs and vanilla extract and mix until fully combined.
Step 2: Add Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.Add dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until just combined.Do not overmix.
Step 3: Add the Mix-Ins
Fold in white chocolate chips, candy-coated chocolates, pretzels, nuts, sprinkles, and any optional add-ins gently so they stay chunky.
Step 4: Bake
Scoop dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing cookies apart.Press a few extra candies and sprinkles on top for a bakery look.Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are set and centers look soft.Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Cooking Notes
- These cookies bake best when the dough is slightly chilled.
- If your mix-ins are large, chop them so cookies bake evenly.
- Do not overbake or cookies will lose their chewy center.
- Use parchment paper to prevent spreading too much.
Variations
- Use milk or dark chocolate chips instead of white chocolate
- Add crushed Valentine cookies or wafers
- Swap peanuts for almonds or cashews
- Add coconut flakes for extra texture
Tips
- Use a cookie scoop for even-sized cookies.
- Press toppings on before baking for a prettier finish.
- Let cookies cool slightly before moving so they don’t break.
- Store in an airtight container to keep them soft.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve warm with milk or hot chocolate.
- Add to Valentine cookie boxes for gifting.
- Plate with other pink and red desserts for a festive table.
- Crumble over ice cream for a fun topping.
Prep Time / Cooking Time / Total Time
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 32 minutes
FAQs
What makes these Kitchen Sink Cookies special?
They include many mix-ins in one cookie for lots of flavor and texture.
Can I change the mix-ins?
Yes, use any chocolates, candies, or snacks you like.
Do these cookies stay soft?
Yes, when stored properly they stay soft for several days.
Can I freeze the dough?
Yes, freeze dough balls for up to 2 months.
Why did my cookies spread too much?
Butter may have been too warm or dough wasn’t chilled.
Conclusion
Valentine’s Day Kitchen Sink Cookies are fun, colorful, and packed with everything you love in one cookie. They’re easy to customize and perfect for sharing, gifting, or enjoying with family during Valentine’s season.