Red Velvet Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting
Delicious red velvet cookies topped with creamy frosting make a festive treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the cookies
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Structure
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder Flavor
- 1 teaspoon baking soda Leavening
- ½ teaspoon salt Flavor enhancement
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened Moisture and texture
- 1 cup granulated sugar Sweetness
- 1 large egg Structure and moisture
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Flavor
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring Color
For the cream cheese frosting
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened Texture and flavor
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened Moisture and texture
- 1 and ¾ cups powdered sugar Sweetness and texture
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Flavor
- pinch salt Flavor enhancement
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Add egg, vanilla extract, and red food coloring to the butter and sugar mixture. Beat until smooth.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
Baking
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set and centers are slightly soft.
- Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
Frosting
- Beat together cream cheese and softened butter until smooth.
- Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and pinch of salt, and beat until fluffy.
- Spread cream cheese frosting over cooled cookies.
Notes
Store baked cookies in an airtight container for up to 4 days. For longer storage, refrigerate or freeze unfrosted cookies.