Red Velvet Cut-Out Sugar Cookies
Soft and delicious red velvet sugar cookies that are perfect for decorating or enjoying as they are!
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
- 2 ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp red gel food coloring
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp baking powder
For the Decorations (Optional):
- Royal icing or cream cheese glaze
- Food coloring
- Sprinkles
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Cookie Dough
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and red food coloring, mixing until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a dough forms.
Step 2: Chill the Dough
- Divide the dough in half, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Step 3: Roll & Cut Shapes
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the dough to about ¼-inch thickness and cut out shapes using cookie cutters.
Step 4: Bake
- Place cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are set.
- Let cookies cool completely before decorating.
Step 5: Decorate (Optional)
- Use royal icing, cream cheese glaze, or sprinkles to decorate your cookies.
- Let the icing set before serving or storing.