Irresistible Red Velvet Blossom Cookies
These Red Velvet Blossom Cookies are a delightful treat with vibrant color and sweet nostalgia.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
- 0.5 teaspoon almond extract
- 0.5 cups powdered sugar
- 24 pieces chocolate kisses
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix the dry ingredients: Combine flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg, red food coloring, vanilla, and almond extract to the creamed mixture.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized dough portions and roll each in powdered sugar.
- Place dough balls on a baking sheet and make an indentation in each.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until just set.
- Press a chocolate kiss into each cookie right after baking.
- Cool the cookies on a wire rack.
Notes
- Ensure butter is softened for easier creaming.
- Roll cookies in powdered sugar for a crackled exterior.
- Roll cookies in powdered sugar for a crackled exterior.