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Red Velvet Cookies

Red Velvet Cookies: Chewy Perfection with White Chocolate Chunks

Enjoy these Red Velvet Cookies with Chewy Centers and White Chocolate Chunks for a perfect sweet treat.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 18 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Measure accurately for best results.
  • 2 tablespoons Dutch process cocoa powder Regular cocoa can be a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup salted butter (softened) Use unsalted if preferred, adjusting added salt.
  • ½ cup light brown sugar Contributes moisture.
  • ½ cup granulated white sugar
  • 2 large egg yolks Ensure at room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons red gel food coloring Adjust based on desired intensity.
For the White Chocolate
  • 1 cup chopped white chocolate or chips Dark chocolate can be used for a twist.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Cookie Scoop
  • baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chewy Red Velvet Cookies with White Chocolate Chunks
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, light brown sugar, and granulated white sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add in the egg yolks and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined, then fold in the red gel food coloring.
  5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  6. Fold in the chopped white chocolate until evenly distributed.
  7. Scoop the dough into 18 balls and place on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, aiming for 10 minutes for softer centers.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Cookie dough can also be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator.

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