Description
Red velvet cookies are a delightful twist on a classic favorite, combining the rich flavors of cocoa with a vibrant red hue. Soft, chewy, and topped with luscious cream cheese frosting, these cookies are sure to impress at any gathering. Perfect for celebrations or cozy nights in, they offer an irresistible treat that will have everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring (gel)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup cream cheese frosting (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Mix in the red food coloring until evenly incorporated.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just blended.
- Scoop dough onto lined baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Allow to cool before topping with cream cheese frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg