Red Velvet Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting
Servings: 12 | Time: 60 minutes
Red Velvet Cookies
Red velvet cookies started as a fun twist on the classic red velvet cake—because someone, somewhere, thought, “What if this were a cookie?” With a hint of cocoa, that signature red color, and a soft, chewy bite, they turn a beloved slice of cake into a grab-and-go treat that’s just as charming and indulgent.
Directions
Whisk the butter and sugar together in a large bowl
until light and fluffy.
Whisk in the egg, vanilla, vinegar and food coloring into the sugar and butter.
Add in the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cocoa powder.
Mix well with a spatula and refrigerate for 30 minutes covered.
When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
Scoop the dough onto a light-colored cookie sheet covered with parchment.
Bake for 16-18 minutes or until lightly firm in the middle.
Remove them from the oven and allow them to cool completely.
Spoon cream cheese frosting onto your cookie and top with sprinkles.
Frosting Directions
Mix butter, cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla.
Ingredients
6 tablespoons softened unsalted butter
½ cup vegetable oil
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
½ teaspoon vanilla bean extract
1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar
2 teaspoons red food coloring gel
1 3/4 cup All Purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon Kosher salt
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
½ cup cream cheese frosting*
14/ cup sprinkles or crushed candy canes
*Frosting
½ cup softened butter
½ cup cream cheese
1 cup powdered sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla
