Description
Delightful holiday cookies that combine the rich flavor of red velvet with the sweetness of powdered sugar, perfect for festive occasions.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup butter, softened
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- Red food coloring (gel works best for a vibrant shade)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add vanilla extract and red food coloring, mixing until you achieve a deep red color.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until a dough forms.
- Roll the dough into small 1-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving a little space between each cookie.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 10–12 minutes, or until the cookies are set but still soft.
- Let the cookies cool slightly, then roll them generously in powdered sugar. For the best snowy look, roll them twice—once while warm and again after they cool.
Notes
- For a deeper color, use gel food coloring.
- These cookies are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Make sure to leave enough space between the cookies on the baking sheet as they will spread slightly during baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg