Red Velvet Cookies
Red velvet cookies are a delightful twist on a classic favorite, combining the rich flavors of chocolate with a vibrant hue and creamy frosting.
- 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 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp red gel food coloring
- Cream cheese frosting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract and red food coloring until well combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing gently to avoid overmixing.
- Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded dough onto prepared sheets with spacing.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set; centers should remain soft.
- Allow cooling on racks before frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg