Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup white granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Food coloring (red and blue)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for coating)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until smooth. Add eggs and mix until well combined.
- Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt into the wet mixture. Combine until thick and sticky. Chill dough in the refrigerator for at least one hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Divide chilled dough into three portions. Color two portions with red and blue food coloring respectively; leave one plain.
- Roll small amounts (1/2 tablespoon) of each colored dough into balls, then roll in powdered sugar until fully coated.
- Place on the prepared baking sheets and bake for 12-14 minutes until tops are crackly but centers remain soft.
- Let cool on baking sheets for about ten minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Always chill the dough to maintain shape while baking. Use quality ingredients for better flavor; ensure butter and eggs are at room temperature. Experiment with different colors for various occasions beyond just the 4th of July.