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Red Velvet Cookies

Deliciously Chewy Red Velvet Cookies in Under 30 Minutes

Indulge in these delightful Red Velvet Cookies, featuring a chewy texture and white chocolate chunks for a perfect treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 18 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 140
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Measure accurately to avoid excess.
  • 1 cup Dutch Process Cocoa Powder Regular cocoa can be substituted but may alter taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Leavens the cookies for chewy texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Works with baking soda for rise.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
For the Dough
  • 1 cup Salted Butter Richness and moisture.
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Depth of flavor and moisture.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the cookies.
  • 2 large Egg Yolks At room temperature for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Pure vanilla enhances taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Red Gel Food Coloring Key for signature color.
For the Sweet Addition
  • 1 cup Chopped White Chocolate Enhances sweetness.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Cookie scoop
  • Baking sheets
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until combined.
  3. Cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
  4. Mix in the egg yolks, vanilla extract, and red food coloring until the mixture is fluffy.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  6. Fold in the chopped white chocolate until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  7. Scoop the dough into 18 balls and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers look slightly underbaked.
  9. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 140kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, measure flour accurately and ensure egg yolks are room temperature. Store cookies in an airtight container for freshness.

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