Red Velvet Snowball Cookies (Printable View)
Tender red velvet snowballs rolled in powdered sugar, bursting with cocoa flavor and festive color.
# Ingredient List:
→ Dry Ingredients
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 tablespoon red food coloring
→ For Coating
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1 cup powdered sugar
# Preparation Steps:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until evenly blended.
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In a separate large bowl, beat softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
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Add large egg, vanilla extract, and red food coloring to the creamed mixture, mixing thoroughly until color and texture are uniform.
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Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until a uniform dough forms. Do not overmix.
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Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll each between your hands to form smooth balls.
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Arrange dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly. Bake in preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes until the cookies are set.
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Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for several minutes, then roll each while still warm in powdered sugar to coat completely. Transfer to a wire rack to cool fully before serving.
# Supplementary Details:
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For optimal results, coat the cookies in powdered sugar while they are still warm to enhance the appearance and texture.