Delight in the vibrant and tender texture of these Pink Velvet Cookies. Infused with a hint of natural cherry flavoring and colored with a beautiful pink hue, these cookies are not only visually stunning but also incredibly delicious. The combination of butter, sugar, and a touch of cornstarch creates a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture that is perfect for any occasion. Rolled in powdered sugar before baking, these cookies have a delightful sweetness that makes them irresistible.
Why You'll Love This: You will love these Pink Velvet Cookies for their delicate texture and subtle flavor. The cherry flavoring adds a faint fruity note that enhances the overall taste without overpowering the classic vanilla cookie flavor. The soft, chewy texture is achieved through the perfect balance of butter, sugar, and cornstarch, making each bite a delightful experience. These cookies are easy to make and bring a festive touch to any occasion with their beautiful pink color and powdered sugar coating.
Perfect Occasion: These cookies are ideal for any event where you want to add a touch of elegance and fun. They are perfect for birthday parties, baby showers, bridal showers, Valentine's Day, or any celebration that calls for a splash of color and sweetness. Their beautiful appearance and delicious flavor also make them a wonderful gift for friends and family. Whether enjoyed with a cup of tea or as a sweet treat after a meal, these Pink Velvet Cookies are sure to be a hit.
Decoration Tips: For an extra touch of elegance, consider drizzling a bit of white chocolate over the cooled cookies or adding a sprinkle of edible glitter for a festive look. You can also sandwich two cookies together with a layer of buttercream or cream cheese frosting for an indulgent treat. Serve the cookies on a decorative platter or in a beautiful cookie tin to enhance their presentation. If you want to add a personalized touch, use small heart-shaped cookie cutters to shape the dough before baking.
Ingredients:
- 1 3/4 cups (7 7/8 oz) all-purpose flour, sifted
- 3 tablespoons (1/2 oz) cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Scant 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (7 oz) sugar
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or neutral oil of choice
- 2 large egg whites
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon natural cherry flavoring*
- 1 small pea-sized drop pink gel food color
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line two large cookie sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the sifted flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and fine sea salt.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter, sugar, and vegetable oil together until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg whites in two additions, ensuring each addition is well combined.
- Add the pure vanilla extract and natural cherry flavoring, mixing until well combined.
- Gradually add the pink gel food color using a toothpick, mixing until the desired shade of pink is reached. Note that adding the remaining ingredients will lighten the color slightly. Mix until the color is evenly distributed.
- Add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and beat just until combined.
- Roll the dough into balls, about 2 tablespoons each (using a #30 portion scoop is recommended).
- Generously roll the dough balls in powdered sugar, ensuring they are well coated. Place the dough balls two inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake until the cookies are puffed and the tops are set, about 11-13 minutes. Transfer the cookies to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Note: The cherry flavoring adds a subtle fruity note to enhance the overall flavor and is not intended to make the cookies taste like cherry. Do not use imitation cherry extract for the best results.
Tip: For best results, weigh your ingredients for accuracy.
Enjoy!
