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Red Velvet Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting

Red Velvet Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting Blissful Treats

  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious red velvet cookies topped with creamy frosting.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs, vanilla, and food coloring to the butter mixture.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until combined.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set.
  8. Let cookies cool completely before frosting.

Notes

  • Store cookies in an airtight container.
  • Swap food coloring for less or more depending on preference.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 100mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Red Velvet Cookies, Cream Cheese Frosting, Dessert