Description
Red Velvet Blossoms Cookies are a delightful treat that combines soft, velvety cookie dough with rich cocoa flavor and a luscious cream cheese frosting. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are not just visually stunning; they also deliver an unforgettable taste experience. Whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day or sharing them on a casual Tuesday, each bite is sure to bring joy and sweetness to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp red food coloring (gel)
- ½ cup cream cheese frosting (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix sugar and vegetable oil until smooth. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract and red food coloring.
- Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the baking sheets, spaced two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until puffed but soft in the center. Cool completely before frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg