Description
These intensely rich red velvet beauties deliver the perfect soft center and chewy edge. Cream the butter and sugar for three minutes for that signature fluffy texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/4 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1/4 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
- 1 cup (2 sticks) Unsalted Butter, softened
- 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1/2 cup packed Light Brown Sugar
- 1 large Egg
- 2 teaspoons Red Gel Food Coloring
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and baking soda; set aside.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
- Step 3: Beat in the egg and vanilla powder. Add the red gel food coloring and mix thoroughly until the dough is a uniform, deep red color, scraping down the sides of the bowl as necessary.
- Step 4: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the dough once the flour is added.
- Step 5: Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop 1.5-tablespoon portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, ensuring they are placed two inches apart. For the richest, chewiest results, chill the scooped dough balls for 30 minutes before baking.
- Step 6: Bake for 9-11 minutes. The edges should be set, but the centers should still look slightly soft. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For maximum chewiness and thickness, always utilize the recommended 30-minute chilling period after scooping the dough.
- Keep your cooled cookies fresh for up to five days by storing them in an airtight container at room temperature.
- If the cookies start to harden after a couple of days, pop one in the microwave for 8 seconds to revive the soft, chewy center.
- Serve these cookies slightly warm alongside a glass of cold milk or elevate them further with a small swirl of cream cheese icing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 medium cookie (approx. 35g)
- Calories: 160
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0.1g
- Fiber: 16g
- Protein: 30µg