Red Hot Sugar Cookies

The red color in these cookies comes from the addition of red food coloring and cayenne pepper, giving them a unique and spicy twist.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Red Hot Sugar Cookies

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 24 Calories: 3600

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 cup Brown sugar
• 1 Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Red food coloring
• 0.25 cup White sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, cayenne pepper, and cinnamon.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing well after each addition.
6. Stir in the red food coloring until evenly distributed.
7. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
8. Flatten each ball slightly with the bottom of a glass dipped in white sugar.
9. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
10. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 24

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 150kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 18g6%

Sugars 10g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.