Description
Indulge in the deliciously soft and sweet Red Velvet Snowball Cookies, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon red food coloring
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and red food coloring to the mixture and blend well.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped walnuts.
- Shape the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are firm.
- Allow the cookies to cool slightly, then roll them in powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- For a more intense red color, add extra food coloring.
- Try adding chocolate chips for an extra chocolatey treat!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Red Velvet Snowball Cookies, cookies, dessert, holiday cookies