RED VELVET SHORTBREAD COOKIES RECIPE BY TASTY

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Red Velvet Shortbread Cookies Recipe by Tasty image

Transform store-bought cake mix into these merry and bright red velvet Christmas cookies! Decorate the cookies with white chocolate designs and sprinkles for an extra-festive touch!

Provided by Tikeyah Whittle

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h30m

Yield 24 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup all purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1 box red velvet cake mix
3 tablespoons water
5 oz vanilla candy melts
white sanding sugar
red sprinkle
Red and green sprinkle
white sprinkle
Assorted 4-inch cookie cutter

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, use an electric mixer on medium speed to cream the butter until smooth, about 1 minute. Add the flour and mix until combined, about 30 seconds. Add the cake mix and water and continue mixing until smooth, about 1 minute more. Transfer the dough to a sheet of plastic wrap and flatten into a disc. Wrap tightly, then refrigerate until slightly firmed, about 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Divide the dough in half. Working with one portion at a time (wrap the other in the plastic and refrigerate until ready to use), roll out on a lightly floured surface to ½ inch thick. Cut out shapes using the cookie cutters. Use an offset spatula to gently lift the cookies and transfer to the prepared baking sheets, spacing 1 inch apart. Gather and re-roll the scraps until all of the dough is used.
  • Bake the cookies until they have puffed and the edges begin to crisp, 8-10 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  • When ready to decorate, place the candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between, until melted completely.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Dip the cookies in the candy melts, then place on the prepared baking sheet. Alternatively, transfer the candy melts to a small piping bag and cut the tip, then drizzle over the cookies. Garnish with the red, green, and white sprinkles. Let sit until the candy hardens, about 10 minutes.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Carbohydrate 21 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 1 gram, Sugar 11 grams

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