Pink Sugar Cookies
Pink Sugar Cookies are a whimsical treat that brings joy to any occasion. With their soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture and delightful sweetness, these cookies are perfect for family gatherings, birthday celebrations, or cozy evenings at home. Easy to make and visually appealing, they can be customized with various flavors or colors to match your event’s theme. Get ready to create delicious memories with each bite of these charming pink delights!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1–2 drops pink food coloring
- Optional: Sugar sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder.
- In another bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, followed by vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until combined, then add pink food coloring until desired shade is reached.
- Scoop dough onto lined baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider incorporating lemon zest or almond extract into the dough. - Chilling the dough for about 30 minutes can prevent spreading during baking. - Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.