Red Velvet Cookies are soft, red cookies with a mild cocoa flavor and white chocolate in each bite. They look bright and festive. You can make them for a snack, party, or holiday. If you like cookie ideas, try a different flavor like brown butter pumpkin chocolate chip cookies for more choices.
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Why make this recipe
Make this recipe because it is simple and fun. The dough is easy to mix. The cookies bake fast, and they look pretty. Kids and guests often like the color and sweet white chocolate pieces. This recipe uses basic pantry items and one egg.
How to make Red Velvet Cookies
Follow the steps below to make the dough and bake the cookies. Work in a calm order and do not rush the mixing. If you like white chocolate in cookies, you may also enjoy apple cider cheesecake cookies which use white chocolate in a different way.
Ingredients :
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup white chocolate chunks
Directions :
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add the egg, food coloring, and vanilla extract, and mix until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in the white chocolate chunks.
- Drop tablespoons of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are set.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Red Velvet Cookies
Soft, red cookies with a mild cocoa flavor and white chocolate chunks, perfect for snacks or celebrations.
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup white chocolate chunks
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add the egg, food coloring, and vanilla extract, and mix until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in the white chocolate chunks.
- Drop tablespoons of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are set.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature, or refrigerate for up to a week. Freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
How to serve Red Velvet Cookies
Serve them warm or at room temperature. They are good with milk, coffee, or tea. For parties, place them on a tray with other cookies and small sweets. If you want a full meal idea to serve with cookies at a casual gathering, you could pair desserts with a simple main like 3-ingredient orange chicken.
How to store Red Velvet Cookies
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. If you need more time, keep them in the fridge for up to one week. To freeze, place cooled cookies in a freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
Tips to make Red Velvet Cookies
- Measure flour correctly by spooning it into the cup and leveling off.
- Do not overmix once you add the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Use good quality white chocolate chunks for better texture.
- If the dough is too soft, chill it for 15-30 minutes so the cookies hold shape.
- For more white chocolate cookie ideas and tips, see chewy maple cinnamon cookies with white chocolate.
Variations
- Add a small cream cheese frosting drizzle after cooling.
- Fold in chopped pecans or walnuts for crunch.
- Use white chocolate chips instead of chunks.
- Make mini cookies for bite-size treats.
FAQs
Q: Can I skip the food coloring? A: Yes. The cookies will be darker brown and less red but still tasty.
Q: Can I use cocoa powder with sugar? A: Use unsweetened cocoa for the right balance. If you use sweetened cocoa, reduce sugar slightly.
Q: Can I use margarine instead of butter? A: Butter gives better flavor. Margarine may work but the texture and taste may change.
Q: How do I keep cookies soft? A: Do not overbake. Remove when edges set and centers look slightly soft. Store in an airtight container with a slice of bread to keep them moist.
Conclusion
These Red Velvet Cookies are easy and quick to make. They give a nice color and sweet white chocolate in each bite. Follow the steps, use the tips, and enjoy warm cookies with friends and family.
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