"I had never come across a red velvet spritz recipe, so I decided to create one. The hint of cocoa makes these taste like red velvet cake. Add peppermint flavoring for a little extra kick. —Crystal Schlueter, Babbitt, Minnesota..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 cup butter, softened
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3 ounces cream cheese, softened
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1 cup sugar
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1 large egg, separated
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 teaspoons red paste food coloring
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1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract, optional
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2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tablespoon baking cocoa
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1 tablespoon water
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Nonpareils or sprinkles