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Red Velvet Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting

Irresistible Red Velvet Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

These Red Velvet Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting are a delightful treat perfect for any celebration.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 31 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Cool it for best results.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Light brown sugar can be used.
  • 2 tblsp Red Gel Food Coloring Consider vegan option.
  • 1 large Egg A flax egg works for vegan option.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Use pure extract for best taste.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour A gluten-free blend can replace it.
  • 2 tblsp Dutch Process Cocoa Powder Regular cocoa is a viable substitute.
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder Ensure freshness for optimal results.
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda Ensure freshness for optimal results.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Reduce if cutting sodium intake.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Low-fat options available.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Consider corn-free variants.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Bean Paste Optional but enhances flavor.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • whisk
  • microwave
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Refrigerator
  • Electric Mixer

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions
  1. Melt Unsalted Butter in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals until fully melted. Cool in the fridge for about 20 minutes.
  2. Combine the cooled butter with Granulated Sugar, Brown Sugar, and Red Gel Food Coloring in a large mixing bowl. Whisk until creamy.
  3. Add Egg and Vanilla Extract to the mixture and blend until fully incorporated.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together All-Purpose Flour, Cocoa Powder, Baking Powder, Baking Soda, and Salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture, stirring until combined.
  5. Scoop out the dough into balls and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  6. Preheat oven to 180ºC (355ºF).
  7. Bake chilled dough balls for 10-11 minutes until edges are set but centers look soft. Cool on a wire rack.
  8. For frosting, beat softened Butter in a bowl, add Cream Cheese and Vanilla Bean Paste until smooth, then add Powdered Sugar until thick and spreadable.
  9. Once cooled, frost the cookies with the cream cheese frosting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill the dough for the best results and use fresh leaveners for optimal rise.

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