Baking Instructions

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
• Beat in the egg, almond extract, and vanilla extract until well combined.
• In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
• Stir in the cherry juice and a few drops of pink food coloring, if desired, until the dough is evenly colored.
• Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
• Gently flatten each ball with the palm of your hand or the bottom of a glass.
• Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
• Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
• Once cooled, dust the cookies with powdered sugar for an elegant finish.