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Red Velvet Cookies

Devashish
These irresistible Red Velvet Cookies combine rich cocoa flavor with a stunning crimson hue, making them perfect for special occasions. Ready in just 25 minutes, these soft, chewy treats deliver classic red velvet taste in cookie form.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12
Calories 332 kcal

Equipment

  • Cookie sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowls
  • Wire rack

Ingredients
  

Cookie Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 Tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 Tablespoon liquid red food coloring

Cream Cheese Filling

  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 4 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 3/4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line two cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  • Whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  • In a separate mixing bowl, beat together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and red food coloring and mix to combine.
  • Add the dry ingredients and mix on low speed, just until combined.
  • Scoop tablespoon size balls onto cookie sheets (should make about 24 cookies). Use a measuring cup or the palm of your hand to gently flatten the balls just slightly.
  • Bake until edges start setting, about 8-10 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes on baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Beat together the cream cheese and butter until smooth.
  • Add powdered sugar and vanilla then mix until smooth. Add more powdered sugar or a splash of milk, if needed, until desired consistency is reached.
  • Once the cookies have cooled, add a small spoonful of cream cheese filling onto one cookie. Place another cookie on top and press them together to make a cookie sandwich.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Nutrition

Calories: 332kcalCarbohydrates: 47gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 56mgSodium: 217mgPotassium: 52mgFiber: 1gSugar: 34gVitamin A: 504IUCalcium: 24mgIron: 1mg
Keyword cocoa powder, cream cheese frosting, holiday baking, red food coloring, soft chewy cookies
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