Description
Delight in these vibrant Red & Pink Cookies, perfect for adding a pop of color to any dessert table. Soft, tender, and baked to perfection with a delightful pink frosting topping, these cookies combine a classic vanilla flavor with a fun red food coloring twist, making them irresistible treats for parties, holidays, or anytime you want to indulge in a sweet, colorful delight.
Ingredients
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Cookie Batter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup milk
Frosting
- 1/2 cup pink frosting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s at the perfect temperature for baking the cookies evenly.
- Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar using a mixer or whisk until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps create a tender texture.
- Add eggs: Incorporate the eggs one at a time into the creamed mixture, mixing well after each addition to ensure they are fully blended.
- Mix vanilla and red coloring: Stir in the vanilla extract and red food coloring to infuse the batter with flavor and vibrant color.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt evenly distributing the leavening agents and salt.
- Mix dry and wet ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk, and mix until the batter is smooth and fully combined, avoiding overmixing.
- Shape cookies: Drop spoonfuls of the batter onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Bake: Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, indicating they are fully baked but still moist.
- Cool and frost: Once baked, let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack before spreading the pink frosting evenly over the top for a delicious and colorful finish.
Notes
- Use room temperature butter and eggs for better mixing and texture.
- Red food coloring can be adjusted depending on desired intensity of color.
- Make sure cookies are completely cool before frosting to prevent melting.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh for up to 4 days.
- For a festive touch, add sprinkles or edible glitter on top of the frosting.
