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red velvet cookies

Indulge in the rich, vibrant flavor of red velvet cookies that are soft, chewy, and perfect for any occasion. These delightful treats are a fun twist on the classic red velvet cake, featuring a hint of cocoa and a luscious cream cheese frosting.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 mixing bowls
  • 1 electric mixer or whisk
  • 1 baking sheet
  • 1 parchment paper
  • 1 cookie scoop or spoon
  • 1 cooling rack

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (1 stick)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  • In another large mixing bowl, using an electric mixer (or whisk), cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add the egg, red food coloring, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Mix until fully combined.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  • Use a cookie scoop or spoon to drop rounded tablespoons of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops look slightly cracked.
  • Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely.
  • While the cookies are cooling, prepare the cream cheese frosting by beating together the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
  • Once the cookies are completely cooled, frost each cookie with the cream cheese frosting using a knife or spatula.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add a splash of almond extract to the frosting.
If you want to enhance the visual appeal, sprinkle some red velvet cake crumbs or white chocolate chips on top of the frosted cookies.
Store any leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.