Red Velvet Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting
These soft and chewy red velvet cookies are infused with a hint of cocoa and topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting, making them a perfect treat for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 24 sandwich cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the Cookies:
- 1 cup (226 grams) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (220 grams) packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 2 ½ cups (320 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup (25 grams) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 1/4 cup (57 grams) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 2 cups (240 grams) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
Prepare the Dough:- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract and red food coloring until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Bake the Cookies:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are still slightly soft. Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare the Frosting:
- In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until the frosting is smooth and fluffy. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Assemble:
- Once the cookies have cooled completely, spread a generous amount of cream cheese frosting on the flat side of half of the cookies. Top with the remaining cookies to create sandwiches.
Notes
Storage: Store the assembled cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Bring to room temperature before serving for the best texture.- Optional Additions: For added texture and flavor, consider mixing white chocolate chips into the cookie dough before baking.