Description
Red velvet cookies are a delightful treat that blend a rich, chewy texture with a subtle hint of cocoa and luscious bursts of white chocolate. Perfect for any occasion, these vibrant cookies stand out not only for their eye-catching color but also for their unique flavor profile. Whether you’re celebrating a special event or enjoying a cozy night in, these red velvet cookies will impress family and friends alike. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, even beginner bakers can create these scrumptious delights in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups + 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp Dutch process cocoa powder
- 3/4 cup salted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 to 1.5 tsp red gel food coloring
- 3/4 cup chopped white chocolate
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream softened butter with sugars until light and fluffy.
- Add egg yolks, vanilla extract, and red food coloring; mix until well combined.
- Gradually incorporate the dry mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Gently fold in white chocolate chunks until evenly distributed.
- Scoop dough into balls and place on baking sheets two inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes; cool on the sheet for five minutes before transferring to a rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg