Step 1

In a medium bowl whisk together flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 2

In a mixer beat both sugars and softened butter until creamy. Add eggs and vanilla and beat on low until combined. Increase speed to high and beat until light and airy.

Step 3

Add red gel food coloring and beat on low until combined. Scrape down sides of bowl.

Step 4

Gradually add flour mixture and mix well. The batter will be a similar consistency to a thick cake batter.

Step 5

Cover batter with plastic wrap and refrigerate for two hours to firm up.

Step 6

Preheat oven to 350 F. Line insulated baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 7

From the dough, make one-inch balls and roll in powdered sugar. Place on baking sheet 2 inches apart. Bake for 10 minutes. Do not over bake. They will appear a bit glossy on top, so don't be tempted to bake much longer.

Step 8

Remove from oven and cool on pan 4-5 minutes then carefully transfer cookies to cooling rack to cool completely. Cookies will be chewy.