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Red Velvet Christmas Cookies

Irresistible Red Velvet Christmas Cookies for Holiday Cheer

Delightful Red Velvet Christmas Cookies with gooey centers and crispy edges, perfect for holiday gifting and cozy gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup unsalted sweet cream butter Use unsalted to control saltiness.
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar Consider light brown sugar for complex flavor.
  • 2 large eggs At room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Can substitute with almond extract.
  • 2 tablespoons super red food coloring For festive color.
  • 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Adds depth to chocolate flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Ensure freshness for best results.
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch Helps create a chewy center.
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt Omit if using salted butter.
  • 1.5 cups cake flour Gluten-free cake flour works too.
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Gluten-free option available.
For the Mix-Ins
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips Can substitute with milk or dark chocolate.
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows Regular-sized marshmallows can work.
  • 1 cup crushed candy canes Crush in a sealed bag for ease.
For the Icing
  • 1 cup powdered sugar Combine with milk for icing.
  • 2-3 tablespoons milk Adjust for desired thickness.
Optional Toppings
  • edible cookie dough
  • white chocolate chips
  • holiday sprinkles

Equipment

  • stand mixer
  • Baking Sheets
  • Silicone mats
  • Cookie Scoop
  • Mixing bowls

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 410°F (210°C) and line baking sheets with silicone mats.
  2. Cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually mix in the food coloring at low speed.
  5. Whisk together the dry ingredients and then combine with the wet mixture.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips and mini marshmallows.
  7. Chill the dough for about 20 minutes.
  8. Scoop and shape the cookie dough onto prepared sheets.
  9. Bake for 8-11 minutes until edges are set.
  10. Cool on a wire rack and prepare icing.
  11. Drizzle icing and sprinkle toppings on cooled cookies.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cookies are not only delicious but also a creative activity for the whole family.

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