Ingredients
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- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 Large eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Red food coloring
- Powdered sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract and red food coloring.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently until combined.
- Cover the bowl and chill the dough in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
- Scoop the dough into balls and roll them in powdered sugar.
- Place them on prepared baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
If seeking a gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with a 1-to-1 gluten-free flour blend. Adding white chocolate chips or cream cheese can enhance flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg