Whether you make these purple cookies to celebrate a special military kiddo in your life, or you gather the family for a baking session and then share these vibrant treats with friends, you’re sure to find this recipe to be a delightful and meaningful way to honor the month of the military child.

As military families navigate the unique challenges and joys of their lifestyle, it’s important to cherish moments of togetherness and create memories that bring joy and comfort. Baking together can be a wonderful way to bond, share stories, and show appreciation for the resilience and strength of military children who stand alongside their parents through deployments, relocations, and other sacrifices.

So bake a batch of these purple cookies today and let them serve as a reminder of the importance of honoring and supporting military children, whose courage and resilience inspire us all.

Ingredients:

– 1 cup all-purpose flour

– 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

– 1 teaspoon baking powder

– 1/4 teaspoon salt

– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

– 3/4 cup granulated sugar

– 1 large egg

– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

– Purple food coloring (gel or liquid)

– Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone baking mat.

2. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.

5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.

6. Add purple food coloring to the dough, a few drops at a time, until you achieve your desired shade of purple. Mix until the color is evenly distributed throughout the dough.

7. Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, portion out dough balls and place them onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

8. Flatten each dough ball slightly with the palm of your hand or the bottom of a glass.

9. Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set.

10. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

11. Optional: Dust the cooled cookies with powdered sugar for added sweetness and a decorative touch.

12. Serve and enjoy your delicious purple velvet cookies!

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