Description
If you’re looking for a stunning, indulgent treat that’s just as delicious as it is beautiful, these Soft Red Velvet Cookies deliver. With a soft, chewy texture and creamy white chocolate chips, they bring the nostalgic flavor of red velvet cake into cookie form. Perfect for holidays, gifting, or anytime you’re craving an easy dessert idea. Whether you’re after quick breakfast baking or new cookie food ideas, this is one recipe worth bookmarking.
Ingredients
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup light brown sugar, packed
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 tablespoon milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 tablespoon red food coloring (liquid or gel)
1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup unsweetened natural cocoa powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
¾ cup white chocolate chips (plus extra for topping if desired)
Instructions
1. Cream together the softened butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (2–3 minutes).
2. Add the egg, milk, vanilla extract, and red food coloring to the mixture. Beat until smooth and evenly colored.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
5. Gently fold in the white chocolate chips until well distributed.
6. Chill the dough for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
8. Scoop 1.5-tablespoon-sized dough balls and place 2 inches apart on the baking sheet. Add a few extra chips on top if desired.
9. Bake for 9–11 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
10. Cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Do not overmix the dough—this helps keep the cookies soft and tender.
Chilling the dough is key for maintaining shape and developing deeper flavor.
Use gel food coloring for the most vibrant red without changing the dough’s texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg