Description
Indulge in the ultimate treat with these soft and chewy red velvet cookies! Bursting with rich chocolate flavor and a hint of cream cheese frosting, these vibrant cookies are perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a festive gathering or a cozy night in. Experience the delightful aroma that fills your kitchen as they bake, making every bite a joyous memory.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp red food coloring (gel)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Cream cheese frosting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy.
- Add egg, food coloring, and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture; mix gently until just combined.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto lined baking sheets, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Cool on wire racks before serving; optionally frost with cream cheese frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg