Sweet Pennies from Heaven

  • Facebook
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter
  • Instagram
  • Google
  • Home
  • Contact
    • About Me
  • Family
    • Health & Wellness
    • Entertainment
    • Kid Friendly
    • Product Reviews
  • Crafts
    • DIY
  • Holidays
    • Valentine’s Day
    • St. Patrick’s Day
    • Easter
    • Halloween
    • Christmas
  • Recipe Box
  • For the Home
    • Organizing
    • Thrifty Tips
  • Giveaways
  • Moms Check In

Super Cute 3-D Valentine’s Day Cookies

February 3, 2015 by Jenni 550 Comments

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Bakery Crafts. All opinions are 100% mine.

3-D Valentine's Day Cookies

Need a unique V-Day classroom exchange idea?

How about Cute 3-D Valentine’s Day Cookies and Juice Pouches!

Cookies are fun. They’re fun to make and they’re even more fun to eat, right?! But have you ever made a 3-D cookie?! I bet you haven’t. Neither had I until I found these awesome-sauce 3-D Valentine’s Day cookie cutters! What the what??!!

valentines-day-3d-cookie-cutters-from-bakery-crafts-2

I found these really awesome 3-D cookie cutters at Walmart in the V-Day seasonal aisle from Bakery Crafts. The seasonal aisle at Walmart is like my personal playground. Anywhoo…Bakery Crafts also had cute candy hearts and a sweet Valentine’s Day Decorating Kit with a banner and cupcake picks. But since we do cupcakes alot, I thought cookies would be fun so I went for these awesome cookie cutters. The whole 3-D cookie is a new concept to me, so I was ready to give these a whirl and I love how they turned out!!!

I was seriously going to go for some easy refrigerated cookie dough but I opted to use the sugar cookie recipe on the back of the cookie cutter package. I’m going to share that recipe with you…and then you can snag some of these cute Bakery Crafts 3-D Valentine’s Day cookie cutters and make some. Little man just thought that these were the coolest!

valentines-day-3d-cookie-cookies-cut-out

(Tip: When laying the cookies out on the cookie sheet, use caution when transferring the cut out dough. The trunk of the elephants and the tails of the lions are easy to break. I used the tip of a fork to loosen the dough from the cutters straight onto the cookie sheets.)

The recipe on the package made several cookies. The recipe makes approx. 5 animals (inlcuding the animal, legs, and the hearts for the ears and the mane). For each animal, you’re actually getting 4 cookies per animal. For classroom exchanges, I think we’ll package the cookies un-assembled and then let the kids assemble them themselves. I think they’d have a lot of fun doing that!

valentines-day-3d-cookies-frosted

Sugar Cookie recipe ingredients:

  • 3 1/2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 2 sticks of butter (room temp)
  • 1 egg
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

  • Combine flour, baking powder and salt. Set aside.
  • In a separate bowl, mix butter and sugar with a mixer.
  • Mix in egg and vanilla.
  • Incorporate dry ingredients into the creamed mixture.
  • Refrigerate dough for at least 1 hour.
  • Dust with flour before rolling out the dough.
  • Roll out cookie dough and cut pieces using the cookie cutters in the Bakery Crafts 3-D Valentine’s Day Cookie Cutter kit. *Reference the packaging as to how many pieces you will need to cut to complete your cookie animals.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 8-10 minutes, let cookies cool completely.
  • Ice the cookies using any flavor icing you like. We used cookie icing.
  • Assemble the pieces together to make your own animals. For classroom exchange, package pieces individually and let the kids assemble for fun.

 

 

valentines-day-3d-cookies-elephant-2

To keep up with Bakery Crafts products and ideas, visit them on Facebook and Pinterest!

Like Bakery Crafts on Facebook

Check out Bakery Crafts on Pinterest

Super Cute 3-D Valentine’s Day Cookies
Author: Jenni
Ingredients
  • 3 1/2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 2 sticks of butter (room temp)
  • 1 egg
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
  1. Combine flour, baking powder and salt. Set aside.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix butter and sugar with a mixer.
  3. Mix in egg and vanilla.
  4. Incorporate dry ingredients into the creamed mixture.
  5. Refrigerate dough for at least 1 hour.
  6. Dust with flour before rolling out the dough.
  7. Roll out cookie dough and cut pieces using the cookie cutters in the Bakery Crafts 3-D Valentine’s Day Cookie Cutter kit. *Reference the packaging as to how many pieces you will need to cut to complete your cookie animals.
  8. Bake at 350 degrees for 8-10 minutes, let cookies cool completely.
  9. Ice the cookies using any flavor icing you like. We used cookie icing.
  10. Assemble the pieces together to make your own animals. For classroom exchange, package pieces individually and let the kids assemble for fun.
3.2.2885

Visit Sponsors Site

Filed Under: Recipe Box Tagged With: 3-D cookies, Recipes, Valentine, Valentines Day cookies

9 Awesome Valentine’s Day Ideas for Classroom Exchanges #MomsCheckIn

February 2, 2015 by Jenni 32 Comments

Valentine's Day Ideas

 

9 Awesome Valentine’s Day Ideas

Valentine’s Day will soon be here and we’ve got some really awesome ideas to share. If your kids have classroom Valentine exchanges then you’ll love all of these ideas. Share the looveee!!! Our “Moms Check In” crew and I are sharing our ideas below…enjoy!

 

 

Amanda-626x1024“Every year we make homemade Valentines to pass out at school. We try to do something more than just candy and something super fun. A few years ago I made these printable tags to attach to mini boxes of cereal. They were a HUGE hit! This year we are sending in lip balms for the girls and bags of chips for the boys.”

– Amanda is the mom to Joshua and owns It’s a Fabulous Life. If you are looking for a one stop place for all things mom, It’s a Fabulous Life is it! Full of recipes, fashion, DIY projects, recipes and parenting articles it’s the place for all of Mom’s favorites to come together! Follow her on Twitter here!

 

 

Jenni-Eaves1-213x300

“Valentine’s Day is just the coolest. We love to make our own Valentine’s Day cards for little man’s classroom exchange. They’re just always a bit more unique and fun, I think. Here are some really great Valentine’s Day printables for cards, treat toppers and more. We also make up baggies of these strawberry muddy buddies to pass out in his classroom. That stuff is SERIOUSLY addictive – so beware!! xoxo“

– Jenni is the mom of one and the author of Sweet Pennies From Heaven. A hearth and home website, Sweet Pennies From Heaven focuses on recipes, crafts and creating a comfortable home. Follow her on Twitter here!

 

 

LindsayHeadShot3Border-300x300“Valentine’s Day is so much fun for us. I mean…chocolate, right? And love. What could be better? One of our favorite homemade Valentine’s are these Rainbow Loom cards. Just print out the free template and attach the bracelets my daughter can make in her sleep. She gave them out last year and the kids loved them. On Valentine’s Day we have to have dessert too (of course)! This Valentine’s Day Pudding Parfait is so easy, pretty, and totally delicious! Happy Valentine’s Day everyone!“

– Lindsay is the mom of 2 and author of See Mom Click. She shares great deals, Disney happenings and recipes. You can follow her on Twitter here!

 

 

stephanie“I LOVE Valentine’s Day. It’s fun to create special memories with Sam including home made crafts and treats. We always have a great time together. I also try to do a special dinner date with Mike each year. Our favorite Valentine’s Day ideas are these Minecraft themed Valentine’s Day cards and these Lego Valentine’s Day cards and activities! “

– Stephanie is the mom to Sam and the author of Spaceships and Laser Beams. If you ever need party ideas her site is the place to visit! Specializing in all things boy, it’s full of inspiration! Follow her on Twitter here!

 

 

moms-check-in-1 What is Moms Check In?

Who are the moms of Moms Check In? We’re 4 moms who are also professional bloggers. We chat about a new topic each week. We talk about things from dirty diapers to date night, and everything in between. Moms love to talk to other moms and let’s face it…MOMS know everything!! If you happen to be a blogger also, and want to be a guest host one week, please fill out this form. We’d love to have you join us!

Before you leave, let us know…

Do you have any favorite healthy recipe hacks?

 

Filed Under: Moms Check In Tagged With: Moms Check In, Valentine, Valentine's Day

Never miss another post, subscribe now for all the latest projects & simple solutions sent straight to your inbox!

Featured

100% Natural Baby Products Alternatives + 5 Things to Leave OUT of Your Diaper Bag!

100% Natural Baby Products Alternatives + 5 Things to Leave OUT of Your Diaper Bag!

How to Decorate the Rim of a Glass with Sprinkles + $25 Visa/Entenmann’s® Prize Pack Giveaway

How to Decorate the Rim of a Glass with Sprinkles + $25 Visa/Entenmann’s® Prize Pack Giveaway

Tagalongs Peanut Butter S’Mores

Tagalongs Peanut Butter S’Mores

Thin Mint Ice Cream Sandwiches

Thin Mint Ice Cream Sandwiches

Toasted SMores Bars | Simple and Decadent with Layers of Ooey Gooeyness

Toasted SMores Bars | Simple and Decadent with Layers of Ooey Gooeyness



Follow Me!

Visit Sweet Pennies from Heaven's profile on Pinterest.
Jenni @ Sweet PenniesI'm posting away onHometalk.com
My Topics: , Crafts, Bathroom Ideas
 

Sweet Pennies Archives

Double Duty Divas Mom It Forward: Contributor

the chick behind this blog! I'm your ordinary, everyday wife and mom to an incredible pair of stinky guys! I am a self diagnosed coffee addict with a ginormous sweet tooth, preferably baked goods!! My hope is to help you, teach you, and entertain you on your way to a more thrifty and frugal lifestyle! Along the way, you'll find awesome recipes, great tips, and tons of randomness! We have loads of fun, so ya'll come back now, ya hear?!

Quick Links

  • Amazon Deals
  • Coupons
  • Couponing For Beginners
  • Coupon Database
  • Drugstore Deals
  • Grocery Store Deals
  • Earn Extra Money
  • Freebies Deals
  • Stockpiling Deals
  • Thrifty Household Tips
Copyright ©2021, Sweet Pennies from Heaven. All Rights Reserved.
Custom design by Pixel Me Designs