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Cozy Red Velvet Snowballs Treat

Cozy Red Velvet Snowballs Treat: Chewy Bliss in Every Bite

These Cozy Red Velvet Snowballs Treat deliver a delightful chewy texture that's visually stunning and easy to make, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
  • 2 tablespoons Cocoa Powder Opt for Dutch-processed for deeper richness.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder No substitutions recommended.
  • 1 pinch Salt No direct substitutions available.
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Dairy-free butter or coconut oil works for dairy-free.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar No direct substitutions available.
  • 1 large Egg Consider using a flax egg or unsweetened applesauce for vegan.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract No substitutes needed.
  • Red drops Food Coloring Adjust for desired intensity.
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Roll cookies in this while still warm.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup of flour, 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat together ½ cup of softened butter and 1 cup of sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add in 1 large egg, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and red food coloring to the creamed mixture, mixing until smooth.
  5. Gradually stir the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, folding gently.
  6. Scoop out about 1-inch portions and roll them into balls, spacing them 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until slightly firm to the touch.
  8. Cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet then roll in powdered sugar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

To prevent dense cookies, mix gently and avoid overmixing. Chill the dough if necessary to maintain shape when baking.

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