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Red Velvet Cookies

Deliciously Soft Red Velvet Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting

These Red Velvet Cookies combine vibrant color and rich flavors, topped with cream cheese frosting for an unforgettable treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp red food coloring
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add egg, vanilla extract, and red food coloring; mix until well combined.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients into the wet mixture until fully incorporated.
  6. Scoop dough onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for about 10 minutes.
  7. Allow cookies to cool completely before frosting with cream cheese frosting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7g

Notes

For a healthier alternative, you can substitute red food coloring with beet juice. Adding chocolate chips or nuts can also enhance flavor and texture.

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