Description
These Red Velvet Cupcake Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the flavors of red velvet cake with the convenience of a cookie. Soft, cake-like, and topped with optional cream cheese frosting, they are perfect for any sweet craving.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp red food coloring
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
Optional:
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- Cream cheese frosting (optional for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream butter and sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add wet ingredients: Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and red food coloring until smooth.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix the batter: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until fully combined. Fold in white chocolate chips if using.
- Bake: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 8–10 minutes until the edges are set and centers are soft.
- Cool and serve: Allow to cool for 5 minutes on the pan before transferring to a wire rack. Top with cream cheese frosting if desired.
Notes
- These cookies have the soft, cake-like texture of a cupcake and can be frosted or served plain.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- For a richer flavor, use dark cocoa powder and reduce the sugar slightly.
