Heavenly Red Velvet Cookies: A Scrumptious Recipe Worth Baking

 


 

Heavenly Red Velvet Cookies: A Scrumptious Recipe Worth Baking 

If you're a fan of the alluring red velvet flavor and the delightful charm of freshly baked cookies, get ready to embark on a baking adventure like no other. Today, we'll be exploring a divine recipe for Red Velvet Cookies that will leave you and your loved ones utterly mesmerized. So, preheat your oven, gather your ingredients, and let's indulge in the magical world of these soft, chewy, and irresistibly delicious red velvet treats! 

Ingredients You'll Need: 

  • 1 and ½ cups of all-purpose flour 

  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder 

  • ½ teaspoon baking soda 

  • ¼ teaspoon salt 

  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened 

  • 1 cup granulated sugar 

  • 1 large egg 

  • 1 and ½ teaspoons vanilla extract 

  • 1 tablespoon buttermilk 

  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring (adjust to your desired intensity) 

  • ½ cup white chocolate chips or chunks (optional, but highly recommended!) 

Cream Cheese Filling (Optional): 

  • 4 oz (113g) cream cheese, softened 

  • ¼ cup unsalted butter softened 

  • 1 cup powdered sugar 

  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract 


Instructions: 

1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). 

2. Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together using a hand mixer or a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Cream them until the mixture becomes light and fluffy. 

3. Add the Wet Ingredients: To the creamed butter and sugar, add the egg, vanilla extract, buttermilk, and red food coloring. Beat on medium speed until the wet ingredients are fully incorporated and the batter turns a lovely shade of red. 

4. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in the large mixing bowl. Mix on low speed or fold gently with a spatula until the flour mixture is just combined. If you're using white chocolate chips or chunks, fold them into the dough at this stage. 

5. Chill the Dough: Cover the cookie dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes. Chilling the dough helps in easy handling and prevents excessive spreading during baking. 

6. Shape the Cookies: After chilling, take the dough out of the refrigerator. Using your hands, roll the dough into small balls, approximately 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Make sure to space them a few inches apart to allow for spreading. 

7. Bake to Perfection: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still slightly soft. Remember, they will continue to cook a bit on the baking sheet after being removed from the oven.  completely.


 

Optional Cream Cheese Filling: 

1. Cream Together: In a separate mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy. 

2. Sweeten and Flavor: Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture. Beat until well combined and the filling reaches a spreadable consistency. 

3. Enjoy! Serve your Red Velvet Cookies with or without the cream cheese filling and get ready to experience pure bliss with each delectable bite! 

Whether you enjoy these Red Velvet Cookies on their own or with the added cream cheese filling, one thing's for sure: they'll become an instant favorite among your family, friends, and anyone lucky enough to savor their divine flavor. Happy baking! 

 

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