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Perfect Pink Velvet Cookies

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These Perfect Pink Velvet Cookies are tender, melt-in-your-mouth treats with a subtle cocoa undertone and cream cheese frosting that melts slightly into the cookie, making them a festive holiday favorite.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (312 g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 2 tbsp (15 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¾ cup (170 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ¼ cups (250 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • ½ cup (120 ml) buttermilk (or ½ cup regular milk + 1 tsp white vinegar)
  • 2 tbsp gel red food coloring
  • 1 tsp white vinegar
  • For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
  • 8 oz (226 g) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups (360 g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • Optional: pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract and mix until combined.
  5. Add red food coloring and white vinegar, mixing until dough is evenly pink.
  6. Alternately add dry ingredients and buttermilk in three parts, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Mix gently until just combined.
  7. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop dough balls about 2 inches apart on baking sheets. Flatten slightly with the back of a spoon.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers are still soft.
  9. Let cookies rest on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to cooling racks to cool completely.
  10. For frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth and spreadable.
  11. Once cookies are cool, spread frosting on each cookie. Optionally decorate with colored sugar or edible glitter.

Notes

Do not overmix the dough after adding flour to avoid tough cookies. Use gel food coloring for vibrant color without extra liquid. Chill dough if kitchen is warm to prevent spreading. Let cookies cool completely before frosting to avoid melting. If frosting is too soft, chill for 15 minutes; if too firm, add a teaspoon of milk.

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