Pink Cookies
Delight your taste buds with these irresistibly soft and chewy Pink Cookies, a whimsical and eye-catching treat perfect for any festive occasion or sweet indulgence. Made with a buttery cookie base and a gentle pop of color from pink food coloring, these cookies strike the perfect balance between fun and delicious. The dough is delicately flavored with pure vanilla extract and just a hint of sweetness that can be elevated with a light dusting of powdered sugar. Ready to bake in under 30 minutes and yielding 24 tender, perfectly baked cookies, this recipe is as simple as it is charming. Whether you're celebrating Valentine's Day, hosting a baby shower, or simply craving a delightful snack, these vibrant cookies are guaranteed to steal the show.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup (softened) unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt
- 3 drops pink food coloring
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mixture and beat until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing the dough.
Add the pink food coloring to the dough and gently fold until the color is evenly distributed.
Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion the dough into small balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft. Avoid overbaking for a tender texture.
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Optional: Once the cookies are fully cooled, lightly sift powdered sugar over the tops for an extra touch of sweetness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2609 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 106.1 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.4 g | 292% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 468 mg | 156% | |
| Sodium | 276 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 398.7 g | 145% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 215.6 g | ||
| Protein | 32.2 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 82 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 352 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
