Description

These Red Velvet Cookies are soft, chewy, and rich with a vibrant red color and a hint of cocoa. They’re perfect for holidays, special occasions, or when you’re craving something sweet and festive. The cream cheese frosting or chocolate chips make them even more indulgent!

Ingredients

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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 tablespoon milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon red food coloring (or more for desired color)
3/4 cup white chocolate chips or cream cheese frosting (optional for topping)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the egg, milk, vanilla extract, and red food coloring, mixing until fully combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
If using, fold in the white chocolate chips at this stage.
Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
If desired, drizzle or spread cream cheese frosting over the cooled cookies.

Notes

For an even deeper red, you can add more food coloring. Gel food coloring works best for a more vibrant color.
You can substitute white chocolate chips with regular chocolate chips or leave them out if you prefer.