Description
Indulge in rich red velvet cheesecake cookies that combine flavors for the perfect decadent treat Try this easy recipe today 154 chars
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup cocoa powder
1 tablespoon red food coloring
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for the cheesecake filling)
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Add the red food coloring to the dough and mix to achieve a vibrant hue.
In another bowl, mix the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until creamy and smooth.
Using a cookie scoop, take a spoonful of red velvet dough, flatten it, add a dollop of cheesecake filling, and wrap the dough around it.
Place the cookie balls on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes.
Allow the cookies to cool for about 5 minutes on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack.
Notes
Delight in the rich flavors and creamy textures of these Red Velvet Cheesecake Cookies, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24 cookies
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2.5g
Keywords: Red Velvet Cookies, Cheesecake Cookies, Dessert Recipes, Baking
