If you’re a fan of red velvet cake, you’ll love these delicious Frosted Red Velvet Cookies! With their soft, chewy texture and vibrant red color, they make for the perfect treat for any occasion. Topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting, these cookies are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Whether you’re celebrating a holiday or just looking for a fun baking project, this red velvet cookie recipe is simple yet full of flavor.
Ingredients:
For the Cookies:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon buttermilk
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon vinegar
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
Preheat your oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats for easy cleanup.
Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until creamy and smooth, about 3-4 minutes.
Add wet ingredients: Add the egg, buttermilk, red food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar to the butter mixture. Beat until fully incorporated.
Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until combined. The dough should be thick but slightly sticky.
Shape the cookies: Using a tablespoon or a cookie scoop, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets. Space the cookies about 2 inches apart, as they will spread slightly while baking.
Bake: Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still soft. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Make the frosting: While the cookies are cooling, prepare the frosting. Beat the cream cheese and butter together in a bowl until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until fluffy and creamy. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Frost the cookies: Transfer the cream cheese frosting into a piping bag fitted with a tip or simply use a spoon to spread a generous layer of cream cheese frosting on top of each cooled cookie.
Serve: Enjoy your delicious Frosted Red Velvet Cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
