Red Velvet Cookies
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Red Velvet Cookies
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My chewy Red Velvet Cookies are overflowing with a tantalizing combo of chocolate indulgence and cream cheese frosting delight. They’re the perfect showstopper for any occasion, especially Valentine’s Day!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter (226g)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (200g)
- 1 egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract (10mL)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (240g)
- ¼ cup cocoa powder (25g)
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon hot brewed coffee (15mL)
- 1 tablespoon liquid red food coloring (15mL)
- ¾ cup chopped semisweet chocolate chips (130g)
- 12 ounces cream cheese softened, (340g)
- 1 cup powdered sugar sifted, (100g)
- 2 tablespoon milk or heavy cream (30mL)
- 1 cup white chocolate chips (150g)
Instructions
- Sift the flour, cocoa, salt, baking soda, and baking powder into a bowl then whisk together and set aside.
- Using a stand or hand mixer, beat butter and sugar in a bowl until creamy, about 2 minutes. Beat in egg and vanilla until combined.
- Gradually add flour mixture to butter mixture, beating on low speed until just combined.
- Add coffee and red food coloring until evenly combined. (do not overbeat).
- Fold in 1 cup chopped chocolate.
- Refrigerate dough for 30 minutes.
- Scoop dough using a 1 tablespoon scoop; gently roll between your hands to make smooth balls. Place dough balls on a parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart.
- Bake at 350° until edges are firm, 10 to 12 minutes.
- Let cool on pan 10 minutes; transfer cookies to a wire rack, and let cool completely.
- Using a stand or hand mixer, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Beat in milk or heavy cream, if desired.
- Spread about 1 tablespoon filling onto bottom sides of half of cookies. Top with remaining cookies, bottom-sides down.
- Microwave white chocolate in a small bowl in 30-second intervals until smooth (about 3 times).
- Spoon melted white chocolate into a ziploc plastic bag. Snip the corner off the bag, and drizzle cookies as desired. Freeze cookies for about 15 minutes to let chocolate set.
Notes
- Use quality ingredients. Invest in high-quality cocoa powder and chocolate chips. The better the quality, the richer the flavor you’ll get out of this red velvet cookie recipe.
- Opt for gel-based food coloring over liquid food coloring. It’s more concentrated, meaning you’ll get that vibrant red without adding too much liquid to your dough.
- To avoid cookies that spread too much, chill your dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This solidifies the fat, resulting in a thicker, softer cookie.
- Room temperature ingredients are essential for perfectly creamy frosting. When making the cream cheese frosting, ensure the cream cheese and butter are well softened. This ensures a silky, lump-free texture.
- Use parchment paper or a silicone baking mat on your sheets to prevent the cookies from sticking and ensure even baking.
- Don’t overbake! Red velvet cookies should be soft, so keep a close eye towards the end of baking. They may look slightly underbaked when they come out, but they’ll firm up as they cool.
- Cool completely. Before sandwiching them with the cream cheese frosting, let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack. This prevents the frosting from melting into the cookie.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
573kcal
(29%)
Carbohydrates
60g
(20%)
Protein
7g
(14%)
Fat
35g
(54%)
Saturated Fat
21g
(105%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
9g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
87mg
(29%)
Sodium
225mg
(9%)
Potassium
209mg
(6%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
41g
(82%)
Vitamin A
887IU
(18%)
Vitamin C
0.1mg
(0%)
Calcium
90mg
(9%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12cookies
Amount Per Serving
Calories 573 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 573kcal | 29% |
| Carbohydrates | 60g | 20% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 35g | 54% |
| Saturated Fat | 21g | 105% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 87mg | 29% |
| Sodium | 225mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 209mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 41g | 82% |
| Vitamin A | 887IU | 18% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 90mg | 9% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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