Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Red Velvet Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting, a sumptuous treat perfect for any occasion. These soft and chewy cookies boast a vibrant red hue and are topped with creamy frosting that melts in your mouth. Ideal for celebrations or just a sweet pick-me-up, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into an unforgettable dessert everyone will love!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp red food coloring
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 tbsp heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time, adding vanilla and red food coloring afterward.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized dough onto prepared sheets about two inches apart; bake for 10-12 minutes.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before frosting with cream cheese mixture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg