Red Velvet Cookies Recipe
These irresistible red velvet cookies are the perfect blend of cocoa-flavored cookies and tangy cream cheese frosting. With their striking red color and soft, chewy texture, they're sure to be a hit at any gathering.
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons red food coloring
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- ¼ cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl or stand mixer, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract, buttermilk, and red food coloring. Mix until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the cookies are cooling, prepare the frosting. Beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy.
- Once the cookies are completely cool, frost them using a piping bag or spread the frosting with a knife.