Christmas Pink Velvet Cookies Recipe

Introduction

Celebrate the season with these delightful Christmas Pink Velvet Cookies. Soft, tender, and topped with creamy frosting and festive sprinkles, they make the perfect holiday treat to share with family and friends.

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups (333g) salted butter, softened
• 1 ½ cups (345g) granulated sugar
• 3 eggs
• 1 ½ tsp cake batter flavoring
• Pink food coloring
• 4 ½ cups (684g) all-purpose flour
• 3 tsp baking powder
• ¼ cup (56g) butter, softened (for frosting)
• 8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 4 cups (428g) powdered sugar
• 1 pinch salt
• Milk or heavy cream, to thin the frosting
• Christmas sprinkles

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. Step 2: In a bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes using a stand mixer.
3. Step 3: Add the eggs, cake batter flavoring, and a few drops of pink food coloring. Mix well.
4. Step 4: Gradually add the all-purpose flour and baking powder. Mix until fully combined.
5. Step 5: Divide the dough into 3 tablespoon portions, roll each into a ball, and flatten slightly. Place on a parchment or silicone-lined baking sheet.
6. Step 6: Bake for 9–11 minutes, until the centers puff up and lose their glossy appearance.
7. Step 7: While cookies cool, prepare frosting by whipping the softened butter, cream cheese, and vanilla until smooth.
8. Step 8: Add powdered sugar one cup at a time, then a pinch of salt. Thin with milk or cream a few teaspoons at a time until desired consistency is reached.
9. Step 9: Transfer frosting to a piping bag with a round tip. Pipe onto warm cookies in a spiral from center outward. Immediately top with Christmas sprinkles.

Tips & Variations

• For a deeper pink color, add food coloring drop by drop until you reach your preferred shade.
• You can substitute cake batter flavoring with vanilla extract for a subtler taste.
• Use festive sprinkles or colored sugars to customize the look for different holidays.
• Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking if it feels too soft, to prevent spreading.

Storage

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. If you refrigerate them, allow cookies to come to room temperature before serving. Frosted cookies can also be frozen in a single layer; thaw fully before enjoying.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make the dough ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the dough and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours before baking. Allow it to come to room temperature slightly before rolling and baking.

What can I use instead of cream cheese in the frosting?

If you prefer, you can substitute the cream cheese with an equal amount of softened mascarpone or additional butter for a richer but less tangy frosting.

Christmas Pink Velvet Cookies Recipe

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These festive Christmas Pink Velvet Cookies are soft, tender, and full of holiday cheer. Featuring a delicate pink hue and a flavorful cake batter base, these cookies are topped with creamy cream cheese frosting and colorful Christmas sprinkles, making them the perfect treat to brighten up your holiday celebrations.

• Author: Kai
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Halal

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

• 1 ½ cups (333g) salted butter, softened
• 1 ½ cups (345g) granulated sugar
• 3 eggs
• 1 ½ tsp cake batter flavoring
• Pink food coloring, a few drops
• 4 ½ cups (684g) all-purpose flour
• 3 tsp baking powder

Frosting

• ¼ cup (56g) butter, softened
• 8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 4 cups (428g) powdered sugar
• 1 pinch salt
• Milk or heavy cream, a few teaspoons to thin
• Christmas sprinkles, for decorating

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) to ensure it is ready for baking the cookies.
2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar using a stand mixer or hand mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
3. Add Eggs, Flavoring, and Coloring: Beat in the eggs, cake batter flavoring, and a few drops of pink food coloring until fully combined and the dough has a consistent pink color.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the all-purpose flour and baking powder into the wet mixture, mixing until the dough is thoroughly combined and smooth.
5. Shape Cookies: Divide the dough into 3 tablespoon portions, roll each into a ball, then flatten slightly. Arrange the shaped dough evenly spaced on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
6. Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes, or until the centers have puffed up and lost their glossy appearance. Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly.
7. Make Frosting: While the cookies cool, prepare the frosting by whipping together the softened butter, cream cheese, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
8. Add Powdered Sugar and Adjust Consistency: Gradually add powdered sugar one cup at a time to the frosting mixture. Add a pinch of salt and then thin the frosting with a few teaspoons of milk or heavy cream until desired spreading consistency is reached.
9. Pipe Frosting and Decorate: Transfer the frosting to a piping bag fitted with a round tip. Pipe frosting onto the still warm cookies in a spiral pattern starting from the center outward. Immediately top with Christmas sprinkles to decorate.

Notes

• Ensure butter and cream cheese are at room temperature for smooth frosting.
• Use gel or liquid food coloring sparingly to achieve desired pink shade without altering dough consistency.
• Cream batter flavoring enhances the sweet vanilla-like taste, but can be omitted or substituted with vanilla extract.
• Cookies should be baked just until centers are no longer glossy to maintain softness.
• Warm cookies help the frosting adhere better and create a slight melting effect for extra deliciousness.
• Store cookies in an airtight container; best enjoyed within 3 days for optimal freshness.

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