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Red Velvet Cookies with Frosting

Red Velvet Cookies with Frosting
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Delight in the perfect blend of classic red velvet cake flavor and soft, chewy cookies with this Red Velvet Cookies with Frosting recipe. These vibrant red cookies topped with creamy, tangy cream cheese frosting are ideal for celebrations or any sweet moment, offering an irresistible, easy-to-make treat that melts in your mouth.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons red food coloring (gel recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar

Frosting Ingredients

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. This ensures even distribution of leavening agents and cocoa for consistent flavor and rise.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat softened unsalted butter with granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Aeration at this stage is key for creating the soft texture of the cookies.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the egg, red food coloring, vanilla extract, and white vinegar until the mixture is fully combined, providing richness, the vibrant red color, and the tangy undertone characteristic of red velvet.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to prevent tough cookies.
  5. Shape and Bake: Using a cookie scoop, drop dough balls evenly spaced onto a lined baking sheet. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes, until edges are set but centers remain soft.
  6. Prepare the Frosting: While cookies cool, beat together softened cream cheese, unsalted butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth, silky, and fluffy, creating a creamy and tangy frosting.
  7. Frost the Cookies: Once cookies have cooled completely to room temperature, pipe or spread a generous layer of the frosting on each cookie, providing a delicious finish and beautiful presentation.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth blending and uniform texture.
  • Do not overbake; remove cookies just before the edges brown to keep centers soft.
  • Chill the dough if possible to prevent excessive spreading and to deepen flavor.
  • Gel food coloring is preferred for vibrant color without adding extra moisture to the dough.
  • Use a piping bag for neat, bakery-quality frosting application.

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Keywords: red velvet cookies, cream cheese frosting, soft chewy cookies, holiday desserts, festive cookies

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