In a mixer, beat butter and sugar until well combined, about 2 minutes.

Add in 3 eggs and mix until combined.

Add in vanilla extract, almond extract, and red gel food coloring, then mix thoroughly.

In a separate bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Slowly (about a cup at a time) add flour to butter mixture and combine. You can use a mixer or not, just depends on how strong you are.

Usually, just mix ingredients until they are combined, as over-mixing can make the dough tough.

Put dough in Saran wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour. When ready, heat oven to 350°F. Roll out dough, cut into cookies, and bake for 6-8 minutes.