Who doesn’t love a delicious, freshly baked cookie? And when that cookie is a rich and decadent red velvet flavor filled with creamy cream cheese chips, it’s hard to resist! This Red Velvet Cookies Recipe is the perfect treat for any occasion, and it’s sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.
To start, preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1/2 cup of unsalted butter and 1/2 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add in one egg and mix well, followed by one tablespoon of red food coloring and one teaspoon of vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder, one teaspoon of baking soda, and a pinch of salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture and stir until well combined. Fold in one cup of Hershey’s cream cheese chips.
Using a cookie scoop or spoon, scoop out rounded balls of dough onto your prepared baking sheet, leaving about two inches between each cookie. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are slightly firm and the centers are set. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for five minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
These Red Velvet Cookies are simply delicious on their own, but you can take things to the next level by adding a simple and sweet cream cheese frosting. To make the frosting, beat together 4 ounces of softened cream cheese, 1/4 cup of unsalted butter, two cups of powdered sugar, and one teaspoon of vanilla extract. Spread the frosting onto the cooled cookies and garnish with additional Hershey’s cream cheese chips.
These cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a party or just treating yourself. They’re sure to be a hit with anyone who loves rich and decadent flavors. So why wait? Whip up a batch of these Red Velvet cookies today and enjoy!