introduction

This is a small, sweet cookie that shows red color and soft feel. The cookie uses cocoa and cream cheese. If you want a close idea, try fluffy red velvet cupcakes for another red velvet treat.

why make this recipe

You will make this recipe to get soft, red cookies that look nice. The cream cheese frosting gives a mild, rich taste. You can cook these for a party or a small gift. You can also pair these with other cream cheese sweets like soft sour cream sugar cookies for a simple spread.

how to make Red Velvet Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting

Read the steps first. Mix dry things in one bowl. Mix wet things in a second bowl. Then join them and bake. Work with cool cookies when you frost them. For a larger cake idea, see the carrot spice loaf with cream cheese frosting for a different bake with cream cheese.

Ingredients :

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cocoa powder
1 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 large egg
2 tbsp red food coloring
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)

Directions :

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
In another bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in the egg, red food coloring, and vanilla extract until combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Scoop dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, then let cool.
For the cream cheese frosting, beat the cream cheese until smooth, then mix in powdered sugar and vanilla extract until creamy.
Frost each cookie with cream cheese frosting once they are completely cool.
Enjoy your delicious red velvet cookies!

how to serve Red Velvet Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting

Serve the cookies on a flat plate or on a small tray. Let the frosting stay soft for a nice bite. These cookies fit well with coffee or milk. For a holiday table, you can add a red velvet cake or try a sweet red velvet cheesecake to make a big, festive mix.

how to store Red Velvet Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting

Put the cookies in an airtight box. Keep them in the fridge if the weather is warm. The frosting stays best in the fridge for up to 4 days. Let a cookie sit at room warm for 10 minutes before you eat it if you want soft frost.

tips to make Red Velvet Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting

Use room warm butter and cream cheese. They blend more smooth.
Do not mix the flour too long. Stop when it is just mixed.
Let the cookies cool well before you frost them. Frost will slide on warm cookies.
Use good red food color for bright red look.
Use a small scoop for same size cookies so they bake the same.

variation (if any)

You can make these cookies as a sandwich. Put frosting between two small cookies. You can add a little lemon peel to the frosting for a fresh hint. For a spice twist, try a different cream like mascarpone in a warm bake like gingerbread cake with mascarpone cream cheese frosting.

FAQs (minimum three FAQ)

Q: Can I use less food color?
A: Yes. Use less if you want a pale red or pink color.

Q: Can I freeze these cookies?
A: Yes. Freeze them in a box with paper between layers. Thaw in the fridge, then bring to room warm.

Q: Can I make the frosting ahead?
A: Yes. Make the frosting and store it in the fridge for two days. Stir well before you use it.

Q: Do I need special cocoa?
A: No. Use regular unsweet cocoa. It will still give a nice taste.

Red Velvet Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting

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Published:

April 10, 2026