Preparation Steps

• In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
• Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
• In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
• Add the green food coloring and mix until the dough is evenly colored.
• Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
• Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4-inch thickness.
• Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out cookies. Place them on the prepared baking sheets.
• Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
• Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
• Melt the red candy melts according to package directions.
• Once the cookies are completely cooled, use a small spoon or piping bag to drizzle or dot red candy melts onto the center of each cookie to resemble a Grinch heart.
• Allow the candy melts to set before serving.