Ingredients
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- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp red food coloring
- Powdered sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and red food coloring, mixing until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Roll the dough into small balls. Then, roll each ball in powdered sugar.
- Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes. Let them cool before serving.
Notes
For a fun presentation, stack cookies on a decorative plate or serve in individual cupcake liners. Store in an airtight container for up to one week, or freeze for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg