Red Velvet Sandwich Cookies
Red Velvet Sandwich Cookies are a delightful treat that combines soft, velvety cookies with a rich cream cheese frosting. These visually stunning cookies are not only perfect for special occasions but also make any day feel extraordinary. With their unique flavor profile and beautiful red hue, they are sure to impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp red food coloring
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Cream cheese frosting (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, mix sugar and vegetable oil until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in buttermilk, food coloring, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized dollops of dough onto prepared sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until set. Let cool on sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Once cooled, sandwich cookies with cream cheese frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Chill cookie dough for 30 minutes to prevent excessive spreading during baking. Experiment with different fillings like chocolate ganache or fruit preserves for a twist.