Ingredients
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- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional for an extra flavor twist)
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup green food coloring
- powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare your work area and gather necessary tools.
- Cream together granulated sugar and softened butter until light and fluffy. Add eggs, vanilla, almond extract, and green food coloring.
- Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients until dough forms.
- Chill the dough in the fridge for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll dough into balls and coat with powdered sugar.
- Place coated dough balls on baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes.
- Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Enjoy your cookies!
Last Step:
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Do not overmix the dough to avoid tough cookies.
Chilling the dough helps improve texture and prevents spreading.
Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 2
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
- Cholesterol: 30