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Red Velvet Cookies Recipe

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Delight in these soft and chewy Red Velvet Cookies, featuring a perfect blend of cocoa powder and a hint of vanilla for that classic red velvet flavor. These cookies are easy to make and bake to a lovely rich color, offering a delicious twist on traditional red velvet cake in cookie form.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dough: In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt to ensure even distribution. In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter with the sugar until creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract and red food coloring until the dough is fully combined and vibrantly colored.
  2. Combine ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a soft, pliable dough forms. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookies tender.
  3. Shape the cookies: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
  4. Bake the cookies: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cookies have set and the edges are slightly firm but the centers remain soft.
  5. Cool and enjoy: Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your red velvet cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!

Notes

  • You can add white chocolate chips or chopped nuts to the dough for extra texture and flavor.
  • To intensify the red color, increase the red food coloring slightly but be cautious not to alter the taste.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
  • For a festive touch, frost the cooled cookies with cream cheese frosting.

Keywords: red velvet cookies, chocolate cookies, soft cookies, easy cookies, holiday cookies

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