Indulge in Irresistible Red Velvet Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting

Indulge in Irresistible Red Velvet Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting

Author: Riley Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes Total Time: 32 minutes
Yield: 36 servings Category: Desserts

Description

Deliciously soft red velvet cookies topped with silky cream cheese frosting, perfect for any celebration.

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Cream cheese frosting (store-bought or homemade)
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Instructions

  1. 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. 2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt; set aside.
  3. 3. Cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. 4. Beat in egg, food coloring, and vanilla until combined.
  5. 5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
  6. 6. Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  7. 7. Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are set; cool on a wire rack.
  8. 8. Once cooled, frost with cream cheese frosting.
  9. 9. Serve and enjoy!