Red Velvet Cookies Cream Cheese (Recipe for Printing)
These red velvet cookies with cream cheese frosting are ideal for any occasion, especially festive months like December. Soft, colorful cookies with a creamy topping. Save & click.
# What You Need:
→ Cookie Dough
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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1/2 cup packed brown sugar
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tablespoon Dutch-process cocoa powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon red gel food coloring
→ Cream Cheese Frosting
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1/4 cup full-fat cream cheese, softened
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2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
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1/4 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
# How to Make It:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Whisk melted and cooled butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a large bowl until smooth. Add the egg and vanilla extract, whisking until fully incorporated.
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Sift in all-purpose flour, Dutch-process cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir until combined. Blend in red gel food coloring until the dough is evenly colored.
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Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing evenly. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the centers are just set. Allow cookies to cool completely on the sheet.
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Beat softened butter and cream cheese in a medium bowl until smooth and creamy. Gradually add sifted powdered sugar and vanilla bean paste, mixing until light and fluffy.
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Spread or pipe cream cheese frosting onto the cooled cookies. Serve at room temperature.
# Extra Tips:
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Ensure that butter and cream cheese are fully softened for a smooth, lump-free frosting.