Valentine’s Day is all about love, and what better way to show it than with homemade treats? These Red Velvet Sandwich Cookies with Cream Cheese Filling are the ultimate sweet indulgence. Soft, chewy red velvet cookies are paired with a tangy, creamy filling, creating a delicious combination that melts in your mouth. With their vibrant red hue and festive heart-shaped sprinkles, these cookies are as beautiful as they are tasty. Whether you’re baking for a special someone or a fun gathering, this recipe is sure to impress!
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp red food coloring
1/2 cup buttermilk
For the Cream Cheese Filling:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Decoration:
Heart-shaped sprinkles or red sanding sugar
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Cookie Dough
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a large mixing bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the egg, vanilla extract, and red food coloring, mixing until well combined.
Alternately add the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the wet ingredients, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
Step 2: Bake the Cookies
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
Bake for 8–10 minutes or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft.
Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 3: Make the Cream Cheese Filling
In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth.
Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until light and fluffy.
Step 4: Assemble the Sandwich Cookies
Pipe or spread a generous amount of cream cheese filling onto the flat side of one cookie.
Place another cookie on top, pressing gently to create a sandwich.
Decorate with heart-shaped sprinkles or red sanding sugar if desired.
Chill for 15 minutes to allow the filling to set before serving.
Cook and Prep Times
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Chill Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Baking Pro Tips
Measure flour correctly: Spoon flour into the measuring cup and level it off for accuracy.
Use room temperature ingredients: This ensures smooth mixing and a uniform texture.
Don’t overmix: Overmixing can make cookies dense instead of soft and chewy.
Chill the dough if needed: If your dough is too sticky, chill it for 15–20 minutes before scooping.
Make them ahead: Cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for longer freshness.
These Red Velvet Sandwich Cookies with Cream Cheese Filling are the perfect way to celebrate love, friendship, and special moments. With their rich red color, soft texture, and luscious cream cheese center, they make a stunning Valentine’s Day dessert. Whether you make them for a sweetheart or enjoy them with friends, they’ll bring joy with every bite. Happy baking!