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Mexican Pink Cookies Recipe

Mexican Pink Cookies

These vibrant Mexican Pink Cookies are a delightful treat that brings a pop of color and sweetness to any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 18 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup butter unsalted, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups all purpose flour
  • pink or red food coloring
  • granulated sugar for sprinkling

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Place parchment paper on a 13 x 9 baking sheet.
  2. Beat together butter and powdered sugar until creamy.
  3. Add in vanilla, salt, and food coloring, mix well. Next, combine in flour until just mixed.
  4. Using a dough scoop, make a two tablespoon sized ball and roll between hands. Place 3 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet (I get about 8 to a sheet).
  5. With the bottom of a glass or your palm, flatten the cookie dough to a ½ inch thickness.
  6. Bake cookies for 13-15 minutes. Immediately sprinkle baked cookies with white sugar. Makes 18-20 2 tablespoon sized cookies.

Notes

These cookies are a traditional Mexican treat, often served at celebrations due to their vibrant color. Feel free to adjust the food coloring to achieve your desired hue.