Description
Deliciously soft and chewy red velvet cookies coated in powdered sugar.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp red food coloring (gel or liquid)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar for 2–3 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each. Mix in vanilla extract and red food coloring until evenly combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until no flour streaks remain. Dough will be soft and sticky.
- Cover dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions and roll into balls. Coat generously in powdered sugar.
- Place cookies 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Cool on baking sheet for 3–5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add chocolate chips or nuts to the dough.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg