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Red Velvet Cookies

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Red Velvet Cookies are chewy, cocoa-kissed treats with a striking red color and tender texture. They deliver the rich flavor of red velvet cake in an easy, handheld form—perfect plain, with white chocolate chips, or stuffed with cream cheese.

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 20–24 cookies
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tbsp red food coloring
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp white vinegar
  • Optional: 1/2 cup white chocolate chips or cream cheese filling

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream butter with both sugars until light and fluffy.
  4. Add egg, vanilla extract, vinegar, and red food coloring. Mix until smooth.
  5. Gradually mix in dry ingredients until a soft dough forms.
  6. Fold in white chocolate chips, if using.
  7. Scoop dough into balls and place on prepared baking sheets, spaced apart.
  8. Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are set and centers are slightly soft.
  9. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Chill dough for 30 minutes for thicker cookies.
  • Stuff with sweetened cream cheese for a cheesecake version.
  • Top with peppermint bits or drizzle with white chocolate for holidays.
  • Substitute gluten-free flour 1:1 for a gluten-free version.
  • Skip food coloring for a natural version—flavor stays the same.

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