Description
Red Velvet Snowballs are delightful petite cookies featuring a rich red velvet flavor coated in a sweet powdered sugar dusting. Perfect as a charming treat for parties, afternoon tea, or just a cozy snack with coffee or milk. These soft, buttery cookies offer a vibrant red color and a melt-in-your-mouth texture that will impress both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
For Coating
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt to evenly combine the dry components.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar using a hand mixer or stand mixer until the mixture is light, fluffy, and creamy, which usually takes about 2-3 minutes.
- Add Wet Ingredients: To the creamed butter mixture, add the egg, vanilla extract, and red food coloring. Mix thoroughly to achieve a consistent, bright red batter.
- Combine Dry and Wet: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until fully incorporated and forming a smooth dough.
- Shape Dough Balls: Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, portion out the dough and roll each portion into a ball with your hands for uniform size.
- Bake Cookies: Place the dough balls spaced evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes until the cookies are just set but still soft.
- Coat with Powdered Sugar: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes until warm but manageable. Roll each cookie in powdered sugar to create a snowy coating.
- Cool Completely: Transfer the coated cookies to a wire rack and allow them to cool completely before serving to let the coating set and the texture stabilize.
Notes
- These cookies pair wonderfully with coffee or a glass of milk for a delightful snack experience.
- Store baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature to keep them fresh for up to one week.
- For longer storage, freeze the cookies in a sealed container for up to three months; thaw at room temperature before serving.
