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Ingredients
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- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar (plus 1/4 cup for rolling)
- 1/2 cup (113 g) salted butter, room temperature
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 3 drops Americolor Soft Gel Paste Food Color in Deep Pink
- 1 tablespoon strawberry extract
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups (218 g) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt
- 1/4 cup pink decorating sugar
Instructions
- Cream together granulated sugar and butter until light and fluffy.
- Add the room temperature egg and mix until smooth.
- Incorporate the food coloring, strawberry, and vanilla extracts.
- Whisk together dry ingredients separately, then mix into the wet ingredients.
- Shape dough into 1-ounce balls, roll in sugar, and dip in pink sugar.
- Chill the dough balls on a baking sheet for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are set and tops are puffy.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for a better mix.
Chilling the dough is essential for maintaining shape during baking.
Adjust baking time based on your oven for optimal results.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Unsaturated Fat: 2
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 1
- Cholesterol: 25