Description
Soft, festive red cookies finished with creamy white frosting or powdered sugar, perfect for holiday platters.
Ingredients
- 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon red gel food coloring
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
- Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- Whisk in cocoa powder, red gel food coloring, buttermilk, and vinegar.
- Gradually fold in the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until just combined.
- Chill the dough for 30–60 minutes to firm it up.
- Scoop 1 tablespoon of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 9–12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a rack.
- Finish with cream cheese frosting, white chocolate chips, or a dusting of powdered sugar.
Notes
Use gel food coloring for vibrant color without altering dough consistency. A chilled dough results in thicker cookies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American