Easy Red Velvet Cookies

We’ve got this treat that almost feels like a little luxury made easy — Easy Red Velvet Cookies. They’ve got that rich, velvety vibe but in a cookie form, which is basically winning at life. Imagine biting into soft, chewy goodness that’s like a hug for your taste buds. Seriously, these babies are special because they’re as gorgeous to look at as they are to eat! You’re gonna wanna try these just to see your friends’ jaws drop when they find out you made them.

You know it’s love when your family keeps asking you to make a recipe over and over. Picture this: my kids, husband, and even the nice lady next door are low-key obsessed with these red velvet cookies. We’ve turned them into our “Friday night we survived another crazy week” ritual. I remember once, I totally messed up and doubled the butter…let’s just say my family loved me even more that day!

Why You’ll Love This Easy Red Velvet Cookies

Here’s the deal, you’ll love these cookies because:
– They make you feel like a baking champion without all the sticky chaos.
– You get to use red food coloring guilt-free — who doesn’t love that burst of color?
– They’re basically love letters in cookie form, making anyone who tries them swoon!

How to Make It

Alright, so here’s how you get these cookies from your dreams onto your plate: Start by mixing up your dry stuff—flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and a pinch of salt—just toss them together in a bowl. Set that guy aside, and then mix the room-temp butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until it’s all fluffy. Add a splash of vanilla and an egg, beat’em together like they owe you money. Here comes the fun part: add in the red food coloring. Don’t freak about the color, just keep adding until it “looks right.”

Slowly blend in your flour mix and toss in some chocolate chips because more chocolate, right? Scoop the dough, chuck it onto your lined baking sheet, and let ‘em bake till the magic happens, about 10-12 minutes. You might just have to stand there and smell that cookie parade!

Ingredient Notes

– Flour: This one’s your dance floor — hold it together but don’t overdo it or you’ll regret adding that last cup.
– Cocoa Powder: It’s like the secret behind every great superhero origin story for your cookies. Don’t skimp.
– Red Food Coloring: Oh boy, this is the drama queen of ingredients. Perfect that punchy color without destroying your kitchen!

Recipe Steps: Follow these to keep on the right track:

1. Mix the dry ingredients together in a medium bowl.
2. Beat butter and sugars until soft. Add egg and vanilla mix.
3. Stir in the red food coloring until the desired shade.
4. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients and chocolate chips.
5. Scoop dough onto a baking sheet and bake cookies at 350°F for 10-12 minutes.

What to Serve It With

These pair beautifully with a tall glass of milk—classic. Or try with an ice-cold coffee if you’re feeling edgy.

Tips & Mistakes

Maybe don’t double the butter unless you want to end up with paperweights! Also, don’t run out of parchment paper like I did once…what a mess that was!

Storage Tips

Pop them in an airtight container; countertop works fine for a few days. Sneak one cold from the fridge for breakfast—it’s oddly delightful, no shame in that game.

Variations and Substitutions

When you’re out of regular sugar, swap in some honey or maple syrup for a little twist. Skip the food coloring if you’re feeling lazy – just don’t skip chocolate chips or you’ll be sad.

Frequently Asked Questions

Easy Red Velvet Cookies

Soft and chewy red velvet cookies with a hint of cocoa and a creamy cream cheese drizzle—perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 12 minutes minutes

Total Time: 27 minutes minutes

Servings: 24

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 2.25 cups all-purpose flour
• ▢ 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• ▢ 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• ▢ 0.25 teaspoon salt
• ▢ 1 cup unsalted butter softened
• ▢ 1 cup granulated sugar
• ▢ 0.5 cup brown sugar packed
• ▢ 1 large egg
• ▢ 1 tablespoon red food coloring
• ▢ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ▢ 1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
• In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
• In a large bowl, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
• Add the egg, red food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar to the butter mixture and mix well.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
• Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
• Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are set. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

For an extra special touch, drizzle cream cheese glaze over the cooled cookies.