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Delicious Pink Velvet Sugar Cookies for Valentine's Day

These Pink Velvet Sugar Cookies for Valentine's Day offer a delightful balance of soft, chewy texture and a sweet, rich flavor that brings a touch of love to a…

Ingredients
  

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
  • Pink food coloring

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the egg, milk, and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
  5. Sift in the cocoa powder, then gradually add the dry ingredient mixture until just combined.
  6. Add a few drops of pink food coloring to the dough; adjust the amount for desired color.
  7. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are slightly soft.
  9. Remove from oven and let cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.