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Delightful Pink Velvet Sugar Cookies for Valentine’s Day

These Pink Velvet Sugar Cookies for Valentine's Day combine a luscious vanilla flavor with a soft, airy texture, making them an ideal sweet treat for any celeb…

Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 tablespoons red food coloring
  • ¾ cup powdered sugar for the icing
  • 2 tablespoons milk for the icing

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add in the egg, vanilla extract, and food coloring; mix until well combined.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  • Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto a lined baking sheet.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  • Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
  • Prepare the icing by mixing the powdered sugar and milk until smooth.
  • Decorate the cooled cookies with icing and allow to set.