Red Velvet Snowflake Cookies with Cream Cheese Icing, perfect for adding a touch of holiday flair to your baking. 🎄

Ingredients:

For the Red Velvet Snowflake Cookies:

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon red food coloring (gel or liquid)

For the Cream Cheese Icing:

• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Instructions:

For the Red Velvet Snowflake Cookies: 🍪

• Preheat the Oven:
• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
• Combine Dry Ingredients:
• In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
• Cream Butter and Sugar:
• In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
• Add Eggs and Vanilla:
• Beat in the eggs, one at a time, and then add the vanilla extract. Mix well.
• Incorporate Red Food Coloring:
• Add the red food coloring and mix until the color is evenly distributed.
• Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
• Chill the Dough:
• Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to firm it up.
• Roll and Cut:
• On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/4-inch thickness. Use snowflake-shaped cookie cutters to cut out your cookies.
• Bake:
• Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheets and bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are set. Be cautious not to overbake.
• Cool:
• Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

For the Cream Cheese Icing:

• Prepare Cream Cheese Icing:
• In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
• Decorate:
• Once the cookies are completely cooled, spread or pipe the cream cheese icing onto each cookie. You can also add additional festive sprinkles or decorations if desired.
• Serve and Enjoy:
• Allow the icing to set, and then serve these delightful Red Velvet Snowflake Cookies.
• These cookies not only taste fantastic but also look beautiful with their festive snowflake shapes. Enjoy the holiday baking!