Red Velvet Cookies
Red velvet cookies are a delightful twist on the classic dessert, offering a soft and chewy texture combined with a hint of cocoa and the sweetness of cream cheese frosting. With their vibrant ruby-red color, these cookies are perfect for any occasion, from birthday parties to cozy nights at home. Simple to make, they promise to impress your friends and family with every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp red food coloring
- Cream cheese frosting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a larger bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time followed by vanilla extract until smooth.
- Stir in red food coloring until your desired shade is achieved.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Drop dough by tablespoonfuls onto prepared baking sheets two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft; cool on sheets briefly before transferring to wire racks.
- Optionally, pipe or spread cream cheese frosting once cooled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg