Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- In a bowl, combine all-purpose flour and baking powder.
- In a separate bowl, cream together sugar and butter until smooth.
- Beat in egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually mix in the flour mixture until thoroughly combined.
- Add food coloring and mix until evenly distributed.
- Divide the dough into two parts and shape each into a log.
- Wrap the logs in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Slice the chilled dough into 1/4 inch thick pieces and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow to cool on a wire rack.
Nutrition
Notes
For a unique twist, feel free to customize the cookie flavors with extracts or add festive sprinkles to the dough.