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Red Velvet Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting

Delicious Red Velvet Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

These delightful Red Velvet Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting combine classic flavors and stunning colors, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoon red food coloring
Frosting Ingredients
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • whisk
  • Baking sheets
  • parchment paper
  • electric mixer

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract and red food coloring.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto prepared baking sheets and bake for about 10-12 minutes until set. Allow cooling on wire racks.
  7. For frosting, beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, softened butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  8. Once cookies are completely cool, frost generously with cream cheese frosting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gFat: 8g

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Freeze cookies before frosting to maintain texture.

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