Description
Delicious red velvet cookies topped with smooth cream cheese frosting, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for frosting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, red food coloring, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, then let cool.
- For the frosting, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until smooth.
- Frost the cooled cookies and serve.
Notes
Use good quality unsalted butter for the best flavor. Layer parchment between cookies to prevent sticking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: red velvet, cookies, dessert, cream cheese frosting, baking, holiday treats