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Red Velvet Cookies

Irresistibly Soft Red Velvet Cookies You'll Love to Bake

These Red Velvet Cookies are soft, chewy, and vibrantly colored. They're perfect for any gathering and easy to make, ensuring delicious enjoyment with every bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Melted
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 3/4 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 2 tablespoons Red Gel Food Coloring
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free blend
  • 1/4 cup Cocoa Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
For Topping
  • 1/4 cup Red Sanding Sugar For decoration

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • large mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • cookie scoop
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Wire racks

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over low heat. Stir gently until fully melted and let cool for about 8 minutes.
  2. Combine the cooled butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract in a large mixing bowl. Whisk until blended.
  3. Stir in the red gel food coloring until evenly distributed.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Portion the dough using a cookie scoop, roll into balls, and coat in red sanding sugar. Place on the prepared baking sheets.
  8. Bake for 9-10 minutes, until edges are set but centers are soft. Do not overbake.
  9. Let cool on the baking sheets for 5-10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
  10. Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 10gCalcium: 1mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Don’t overmix to maintain a soft and chewy texture. Consider adding chocolate chips for extra flavor.

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