{"id":55167,"date":"2025-12-18T06:09:38","date_gmt":"2025-12-18T06:09:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/?p=55167"},"modified":"2025-12-18T06:12:28","modified_gmt":"2025-12-18T06:12:28","slug":"red-velvet-snowballs-the-ultimate-sweet-holiday-treats","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/red-velvet-snowballs-the-ultimate-sweet-holiday-treats\/","title":{"rendered":"Irresistible Red Velvet Snowballs \u2014 The Ultimate Sweet Holiday Treats"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Sweet Holiday Treats<\/strong>: Irresistible Red Velvet Snowballs for Your Holiday Table<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sweet Holiday Treats<\/strong> set the mood for every festive gathering, and these Red Velvet Snowballs deliver looks, flavor, and nostalgia in every bite. They\u2019re soft, slightly chocolatey, and dusted with powdered sugar so they look like tiny edible snowdrifts. Want a cookie that feels special but doesn\u2019t melt your sanity? This is it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Brief introduction to the recipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Think soft red cookies that practically melt in your mouth, finished with a snowy coating. These Red Velvet Snowballs use simple pantry staples \u2014 flour, cocoa, butter, sugar, an egg, and a splash of red \u2014 to make a batch that looks way fancier than the effort. They work beautifully as <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/christmas-pinwheel-cookies-the-christmas-sweets\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"1377\">Sweet Christmas Snacks<\/a><\/strong> or a showstopper on a tray of <strong>Christmas Sweets And Treats<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why you&#8217;ll love this recipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Why bother? Because these cookies check all the boxes: festive color, tender texture, and that satisfying powdered-sugar finish that screams holiday. They bake fast, travel well, and please both kids and adults. Need something for a bake sale or cookie swap? These shine among other <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/christmas-oreo-lasagna-festive-christmas-desserts\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"1378\">Festive Christmas Desserts<\/a><\/strong> and slot right into trays of <strong>Christmas Desserts For A Party<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The story behind the snowballs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I first tested this riff on a whim when I needed a red-themed cookie for a neighborhood bake-off. The judges loved the color; my kid loved the soft center; I loved that I didn\u2019t have to temper chocolate or sculpt fondant. These cookies feel nostalgic \u2014 like grandma\u2019s kitchen with a merry modern twist. If you\u2019ve ever wanted <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/red-velvet-crinkle-cookies-christmas-themed-dessert\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"1380\">Red Velvet Christmas<\/a><\/strong> vibes without the fuss, this recipe delivers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients breakdown \u2014 what each one does (short blurbs)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>1 1\/2 cups all-purpose flour<\/strong> \u2014 gives structure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1\/2 cup cocoa powder<\/strong> \u2014 provides the subtle chocolate backbone that makes red velvet, well, red velvet-adjacent.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1 tsp baking powder<\/strong> \u2014 lifts and lightens the cookies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1\/4 tsp salt<\/strong> \u2014 balances sweetness and amplifies flavor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1\/2 cup unsalted butter, softened<\/strong> \u2014 enriches and keeps the cookies tender.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1 cup granulated sugar<\/strong> \u2014 sweetens and gives a slight snap to the exterior.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1 large egg<\/strong> \u2014 binds and adds moisture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1 tsp vanilla extract<\/strong> \u2014 rounds everything with warmth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1 tbsp red food coloring<\/strong> \u2014 gives the festive pop (or use natural beet powder for a subtler tone).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1 cup powdered sugar for coating<\/strong> \u2014 the snowy finish that makes them irresistible.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step-by-step \u2014 How to Make It (clear, short, and actionable)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Preheat &amp; prep.<\/strong> Heat the oven to <strong>350\u00b0F (175\u00b0C)<\/strong>. Line a baking sheet with parchment. Keep it simple.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Combine dry stuff.<\/strong> Whisk the flour, cocoa, baking powder, and salt until evenly mixed. No clumps, please.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cream butter and sugar.<\/strong> Beat the softened butter with the granulated sugar until the mixture lightens and looks a touch fluffy. This traps air so the cookies stay tender.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Add egg, vanilla, and color.<\/strong> Mix in the egg, vanilla, and the red food coloring until the batter looks uniform and festive.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fold in dry ingredients.<\/strong> Gradually add the dry mix. Stir just until everything comes together. <strong>Don\u2019t overmix<\/strong> \u2014 that toughens cookies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Scoop &amp; roll.<\/strong> Portion tablespoon-sized scoops, roll into neat balls, and place them on the prepared pan about 2 inches apart.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bake.<\/strong> Slide the tray into the oven for <strong>10\u201312 minutes<\/strong>. You want them slightly soft in the center when you take them out \u2014 they finish firming up as they cool.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Coat while warm.<\/strong> Roll each warm cookie in powdered sugar. Give them a second roll after they\u2019re fully cool for that classic snowball look.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cool &amp; serve.<\/strong> Transfer to a wire rack. Let them cool fully before stacking or packaging.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Irresistible-Red-Velvet-Snowballs-\u2014-The-Ultimate-Sweet-Holiday-Treats-2.webp\" alt=\"Close-up of round red velvet snowball cookies with a light dusting of powdered sugar, stacked on a festive plate with pine sprigs in the background, Sweet Holiday Treats.\" class=\"wp-image-55170\" srcset=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Irresistible-Red-Velvet-Snowballs-\u2014-The-Ultimate-Sweet-Holiday-Treats-2.webp 1024w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Irresistible-Red-Velvet-Snowballs-\u2014-The-Ultimate-Sweet-Holiday-Treats-2-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Irresistible-Red-Velvet-Snowballs-\u2014-The-Ultimate-Sweet-Holiday-Treats-2-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Irresistible-Red-Velvet-Snowballs-\u2014-The-Ultimate-Sweet-Holiday-Treats-2-768x768.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pro tips for perfect results \u2014 pay attention to these<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Use room-temperature butter<\/strong> for easier creaming and a lighter cookie.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Avoid overmixing<\/strong> the dough; stir until just combined. Overworking the dough = dense cookies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pull them when slightly soft<\/strong> in the center. Cookies continue to set as they rest.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Roll in powdered sugar while warm<\/strong> for the best, even coating \u2014 then roll again once cool for that classic snowy look.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>For deeper red,<\/strong> use gel food coloring rather than liquid; gel gives intense color without thinning the dough.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chill the dough<\/strong> for 15\u201330 minutes if your kitchen is warm \u2014 it helps prevent spreading.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Swap pans if needed.<\/strong> Lighter-colored, heavy-gauge pans bake more evenly; dark pans can brown edges quickly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bold tip:<\/strong> If you crave a softer center, reduce bake time by a minute or two \u2014 but watch closely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Variations to try \u2014 fun twists that keep things interesting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/red-velvet-cake-balls-recipe\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"1379\">Red Velvet Cake Balls<\/a>:<\/strong> Crumble baked red velvet cake, mix with a little frosting, roll into balls, and dip in chocolate for <strong>Red Velvet Cake Balls<\/strong> (perfect if you want a truffle-style treat).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>White-Chocolate Drizzle:<\/strong> After coating in sugar, drizzle melted white chocolate for contrast and extra sweetness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Spiced Red Velvet:<\/strong> Add 1\/4 tsp cinnamon and a pinch of nutmeg to the dough for a cozy, spiced edge.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Gluten-Free:<\/strong> Use a one-to-one gluten-free flour blend and chill the dough a bit longer to stabilize.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Nutty Crunch:<\/strong> Fold in 1\/3 cup finely chopped pecans or almonds for texture (skip if you need nut-free).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mini Snowmen:<\/strong> Stack two baked snowballs with icing and add candy eyes for adorable <strong>Christmas Sweets And Treats<\/strong> that double as decorations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best ways to serve \u2014 make them pop<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Arrange on a tiered stand with sprigs of rosemary for a rustic-chic platter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Offer them on a dessert table labeled as <strong>Red Velvet Christmas<\/strong> bites so guests know what magic they\u2019re about to eat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pair with hot cocoa or espresso \u2014 the cocoa echo intensifies the red velvet note.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pack them in small boxes tied with ribbon for neighborly gifts or craft fair sales.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quick tips for storage and leftovers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Room temp:<\/strong> Store in an airtight container for up to a week. They\u2019ll soften a touch but stay delicious.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Refrigerate:<\/strong> For longer storage (up to 2 weeks), chill them \u2014 bring to room temp before serving.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Freeze:<\/strong> Individually wrap in plastic, freeze in a sealed bag for up to three months. Thaw in the fridge, then rest at room temp before eating.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Travel tip:<\/strong> Layer cookies between parchment in a tin to prevent smushing when transporting to parties.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Irresistible-Red-Velvet-Snowballs-\u2014-The-Ultimate-Sweet-Holiday-Treats-1.webp\" alt=\"Close-up of round red velvet snowball cookies with a light dusting of powdered sugar, stacked on a festive plate with pine sprigs in the background, Sweet Holiday Treats.\" class=\"wp-image-55171\" srcset=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Irresistible-Red-Velvet-Snowballs-\u2014-The-Ultimate-Sweet-Holiday-Treats-1.webp 1024w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Irresistible-Red-Velvet-Snowballs-\u2014-The-Ultimate-Sweet-Holiday-Treats-1-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Irresistible-Red-Velvet-Snowballs-\u2014-The-Ultimate-Sweet-Holiday-Treats-1-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Irresistible-Red-Velvet-Snowballs-\u2014-The-Ultimate-Sweet-Holiday-Treats-1-768x768.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs \u2014 short and direct<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1766036560685\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Can I make these ahead of time?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes. You can roll the dough into balls and refrigerate for up to 48 hours before baking. Bake directly from chilled for minimal spread.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1766037688910\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Do these count as Easy Christmas Baked Goods?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Totally \u2014 they\u2019re straightforward, quick to mix, and require only basic skills. Perfect for last-minute baking sprints.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1766037696300\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Can I reduce the food coloring?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes \u2014 reduce or omit for a more subtle hue. If you skip the color, they still taste like a soft cocoa cookie.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1766037703606\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>What if my cookies crack when rolling in powdered sugar?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>That usually means they\u2019re slightly overbaked. Pull them out sooner next time; for current batch, roll gently and then roll once more after they cool.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1766037710876\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Is this a good cookie for a party dessert table?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Absolutely \u2014 these make excellent <strong>Christmas Desserts For A Party<\/strong> because they look festive and travel well.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Common mistakes and how to avoid them<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Overbaking:<\/strong> Watch the clock. Cookies continue to firm after removal. Pull them when centers still look soft.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Too much mixing:<\/strong> Stop once the dry ingredients disappear. Overmixing develops gluten and toughens cookies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Skipping the roll-in while warm:<\/strong> Roll while warm for the best powdered-sugar coverage; the heat helps the sugar stick and melt slightly for a unified look.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Crowding the pan:<\/strong> Leave space. Crowding causes uneven baking and weird shapes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pairings and party ideas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Want a themed dessert table? Combine these with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/foolproof-twix-cookies-best-christmas-cookies-recipes\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"1376\">Chewy ginger cookies<\/a><\/strong> for spice contrast.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Little cups of hot cocoa for dipping.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A plate of peppermint bark for variety.<br>This mix creates a festive spread of <strong>Sweet Christmas Snacks<\/strong> that covers everyone\u2019s craving spectrum.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why these cookies fit holiday menus<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>These Snowballs bring color and texture to any platter. They read festive at first glance and taste cozy at first bite. They suit cookie swaps, holiday bake sales, and intimate family gatherings. They bridge the gap between <strong>Red Velvet Christmas<\/strong> novelty and classic crowd-pleaser.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final thoughts \u2014 short and encouraging<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>These Red Velvet Snowballs feel like a seasonal treat made by someone who loves holidays but hates fuss. They look gorgeous, taste great, and need only a little patience and a sprinkle of powdered sugar. Ready to make your dessert table pop? Grab your mixing bowl and get rolling \u2014 your oven and your guests will thank you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow me on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/jennermoo\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/jennermoo\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pinterest<\/a><\/strong> for daily new recipes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Irresistible-Red-Velvet-Snowballs-\u2014-The-Ultimate-Sweet-Holiday-Treats-3.webp\" alt=\"Close-up of round red velvet snowball cookies with a light dusting of powdered sugar, stacked on a festive plate with pine sprigs in the background, Sweet Holiday Treats.\" class=\"wp-image-55172\" 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53-154.3-9.8-207.9z\"><\/path><\/symbol><\/defs><\/svg>\n<header class=\"tasty-recipes-entry-header\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-image\">\n\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"60\" height=\"60\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Irresistible-Red-Velvet-Snowballs-\u2014-The-Ultimate-Sweet-Holiday-Treats-150x150.webp\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"Close-up of round red velvet snowball cookies with a light dusting of powdered sugar, stacked on a festive plate with pine sprigs in the background, Sweet Holiday Treats.\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" \/>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-header-content clearfix\">\n\t\t<h2 class=\"tasty-recipes-title\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h2-color.color h2-transform.text-transform\">Irresistible Red Velvet Snowballs \u2014 The Ultimate Sweet Holiday Treats<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-rating\">\n\t\t\t\t<div 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data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAuthor:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-author-name\">Jennifer<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"prep-time\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-clock\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPrep Time:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-prep-time\">20 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"cook-time\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-clock\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCook Time:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-cook-time\">12 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"total-time\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-clock\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTotal Time:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-total-time\">32 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"yield\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-cutlery\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tYield:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-yield\"><span data-amount=\"24\">24<\/span> cookies <span class=\"tasty-recipes-yield-scale\"><span data-amount=\"1\">1<\/span>x<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"category\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-folder\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCategory:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-category\">Dessert<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-buttons\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-button-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\n<a class=\"button tasty-recipes-print-button tasty-recipes-no-print\" href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/red-velvet-snowballs-the-ultimate-sweet-holiday-treats\/print\/55168\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"\">\n\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"svg-print\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-print\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\tPrint Recipe<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/header>\n\n<div class=\"tasty-recipes-entry-content\">\n\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-description\">\n\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Description<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-description-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<p>A festive bite-sized cookie with a tender, chocolatey crumb and a snowy powdered-sugar finish. 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that classic hue)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>For finishing<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f1f5e50ccd6\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f1f5e50ccd6\" aria-label=\"1 cup powdered sugar (for rolling the hot cookies)\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f1f5e50ccd6\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1\" data-unit=\"cup\">1 cup<\/span> powdered sugar (for rolling the hot cookies)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!--INSIDE_INGREDIENTS--><\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-instructions\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-instructions-header\">\n\t\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Instructions<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div 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Line a baking sheet with parchment or a silicone mat.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-2\">In a medium bowl, sift or whisk together the flour, cocoa, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-3\">In a separate large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and lighter in color.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-4\">Beat in the egg, then stir in the vanilla and red coloring until the batter is evenly tinted.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-5\">Add the dry mixture to the butter mixture in batches, stirring just until the dough comes together. Avoid overworking the dough.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-6\">Using a tablespoon or small scoop, portion the dough and roll each piece into a neat ball. Place them on the prepared sheet about 2 inches apart.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-7\">Bake for 10\u201312 minutes. The centers should still be slightly soft to the touch when you remove them from the oven.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-8\">While the cookies are warm (not piping hot), roll each one in the powdered sugar to coat completely. 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