Description
Red Velvet Blossoms Cookies are a delightful treat that brings joy to any occasion with their rich cocoa flavor and creamy frosting. These vibrant cookies are soft, chewy, and visually stunning, perfect for celebrations or simply brightening up your day. With a nostalgic flavor profile that evokes fond memories, these cookies are sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp red food coloring (gel)
- Cream cheese frosting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract and red food coloring until fully combined.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Scoop dough onto prepared sheets about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Cool on baking sheets before transferring to wire racks; frost with cream cheese frosting if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg