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Mexican Pink Cookies

Delicious and adorable Mexican Pink Cookies, or 'besos', that are perfect for any occasion with their sweet buttery flavor and charming pink hue.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 20 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 cup butter (unsalted, softened) Use real butter for the best flavor.
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract You can substitute with almond extract for variation.
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Don't overmix to prevent dense cookies.
  • Pink or red food coloring Adjust according to your preference.
  • to taste Granulated sugar for sprinkling Sprinkle immediately after baking.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. Line a 13 x 9 baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Beat together the butter and powdered sugar in a bowl until creamy and smooth.
  4. Add in vanilla, salt, and food coloring, then mix well.
  5. Combine in the flour until just mixed; don't overdo it.
  6. Using a dough scoop, make 2 tablespoon-sized balls and roll them in your hands.
  7. Place the balls about 3 inches apart on the baking sheet.
  8. Flatten each dough ball to about ½ inch thickness.
Baking
  1. Bake for 13-15 minutes until the edges are golden and the centers are soft.
  2. Sprinkle baked cookies with white sugar immediately after they come out of the oven.

Notes

If you have leftovers, store in an airtight container at room temperature for about a week. Can also be stored in the fridge.