Red Hot Cookies
**Introduction:**
Hello, sweet darlings! Grab a chair, settle in, and let’s talk about these Red Hot Cookies. They’re not your average cookie—they’ve got a fiery kick that’ll make your taste buds sing in hallelujah chorus, and trust me, they’re a wild ride you won’t want to miss. Whether you’re looking to spice up your cookie game or just wanting to impress your friends at the next potluck, these little beauties are where it’s at.
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**Story:**
Let me spill the beans, my husband and kiddos are absolutely obsessed with these Red Hot Cookies. I once whipped up a batch for a spontaneous backyard BBQ, y’know, just trying to keep it casual. But oh boy, they were gone before I could say “oven mitts.” It’s official—these cookies have claimed a prized spot in our family’s cookie jar. Every time someone asks what to bring for dessert, there’s a unanimous blistering chorus of “Red Hot Cookies, please!”, and it warms my messy little heart.
Why You’ll Love This Red Hot Cookies
1. They’re like a surprise party for your mouth. Sweet meets spicy, and it’s love at first bite.
2. Perfect excuse to sneak a little cookie indulgence when no one’s looking (we’ve all been there).
3. Feel like a kitchen wizard when your friends can’t figure out what makes ’em so dang addictive.
How to Make It
Alright, so listen up. Grab a big bowl because we’re about to make some magic happen. Start by tossing some butter and sugar together— cream that mixture until it feels like a fluffy cloud that could launch you to a sweet, sweet heaven. Add a punch of vanilla and stir in those hidden cinnamon Red Hots. Keep stirring till you feel like you’ve basically had a workout. Don’t worry about making a mess—it’s all part of the charm.
Now, slowly add your dry stuff. Go ahead and mix until your arm feels like it’s gonna fall off. Chill the dough… or not. Just remember, patience is a virtue… but so is cookie love. Throw ’em in a preheated oven (gotta love those hot temperatures), and wait impatiently while they bake until golden. Extra points for not burning your tongue when sneaking one straight off the tray.
Ingredient Notes
– Butter: Ah, the nectar of cookies! Use it softened, unless you want a lump of sugar-butter mash. Not pretty.
– Sugar: Don’t skimp on sweetness unless you want sad cookies. Sad cookies don’t get eaten.
– Red Hots: Oh, the spicy game changer! Always have extra—you’ll eat half the box before they hit the dough.
**Recipe Steps:**
1. Cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
2. Mix in vanilla and cinnamon Red Hots until well combined.
3. Stir in dry ingredients until dough forms.
4. Chill dough (if you have the patience).
5. Preheat oven and bake until cookies are golden brown.
What to Serve It With
Serve these up with a tall glass of icy milk, or go wild and pair ’em with your favorite ice cream. I’ve even been known to sneak a couple with my morning coffee (no judgement zone).
Tips & Mistakes
Don’t skip the chill if you want a solid cookie. But hey, rules are made to be broken. Just know, your cookies might spread like butter on a hot summer day.
Storage Tips
Alright, here’s the deal: pop them into an airtight container, and they’ll hang on for a week (if they last that long). Cold cookies are surprisingly good on sleepless nights or when you need a cookie breakfast. Which, c’mon, we all do.
Variations and Substitutions
I’ve swapped brown sugar for white in a pinch, and let me tell ya, still the bomb. Don’t have Red Hots? A quick sprinkle of cayenne over regular chocolate chips can kinda-sorta fill that spicy hole. It works… mostly.
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Red Hot Cookies
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups red hot candies, crushed for spicy sweetness
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy.
- Add egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix well.
- Fold in crushed red hot candies evenly into the dough.
- Drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Let cool for 5 minutes.
Notes
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