Description
Indulge in these rich, chewy cookies that combine the classic flavors of red velvet with a deliciously gooey texture.
Ingredients
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- 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated white sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
- 4 tablespoons (½ stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring (or red gel color)
- ½ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth.
- Add sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and red food coloring; mix until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until fully incorporated.
- Scoop dough onto a baking sheet, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are set.
- Dust with powdered sugar while still warm.
Notes
Tips for achieving the perfect gooey texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Red Velvet Gooey Butter Cookies