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Decadent Red Velvet Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting

Indulge in these quick and easy red velvet cookies topped with creamy frosting, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Total Time 31 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Measure carefully for best results
  • 1 tbsp Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Adds rich depth of flavor
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda Essential for leavening
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Balances sweetness
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Softened at room temperature
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the cookies
  • 1 large Egg At room temperature
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Elevates the flavor profile
  • 2 tbsp Red Food Coloring Gel coloring is ideal
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 oz Full-Fat Cream Cheese At room temperature
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Sweetens and thickens frosting
  • 1/4 tsp Salt Enhances flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Cookie Scoop
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
  3. Beat the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Mix in the egg, vanilla extract, and red food coloring until smooth.
  5. Gradually incorporate the dry mixture into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  6. Scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 10-11 minutes or until the edges are set, then cool for 5 minutes.
  8. Beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth, then add powdered sugar and a pinch of salt.
  9. Frost each cooled cookie with the cream cheese frosting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Use gel food coloring for vibrant cookies.

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