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Ingredients
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- ¾ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1⅓ cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon whole milk
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice or vinegar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Red gel coloring (as desired)
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for rolling cookie dough balls)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for rolling cookie dough balls)
Instructions
- Cream butter and 1⅓ cups of granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs, milk, lemon juice or vinegar, and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
- Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and baking soda in another bowl.
- Combine dry ingredients with wet mixture until just mixed.
- Chill dough for at least 2 hours in the refrigerator.
- Scoop and roll dough into small balls; coat with granulated sugar and powdered sugar.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking tray.
- Bake cookie balls for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are firm.
Notes
Ensure butter is at room temperature for best results.
Use red gel coloring for a vibrant hue without altering dough moisture.
Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9
- Sodium: 70
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Unsaturated Fat: 2
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
- Cholesterol: 25