Description
Delight in the spooky charm of Red Velvet Halloween Cookies! These soft, chewy treats are rich in cocoa flavor and topped with creamy frosting, making them a festive addition to any Halloween gathering. Their vibrant red hue and delicious taste will impress both kids and adults alike, turning every bite into a celebration of the season.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup softened butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon red gel food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 8 oz softened cream cheese
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the creamed mixture; mix until just combined.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add red food coloring and vanilla extract until well incorporated.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them two inches apart.
- Bake for 10 minutes or until edges are set but centers remain soft. Cool completely before frosting.
- For frosting, beat cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth; frost cooled cookies generously.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Chill the dough for about 30 minutes before baking for cookies that hold their shape better. Customize by adding white chocolate chips or chopped nuts for extra texture.