Imagine biting into a soft, velvety cookie with a surprise twist—cream cheese! I added cream cheese to classic Red Velvet Cookies, and the results were nothing short of amazing. This delightful combination elevates the rich, chocolaty flavor of red velvet with a creamy, tangy center that melts in your mouth. Perfect for special occasions or simply treating yourself, these cookies are a must-try for anyone looking to take their baking to the next level.
Cream Cheese Red Velvet Cookies
Discover the magic of adding cream cheese to Red Velvet Cookies! This simple twist transforms the classic treat into something extraordinary, combining the rich flavor of red velvet with a creamy, tangy surprise. These cookies are easy to make and incredibly delicious, perfect for impressing guests or indulging in a special treat.
Ingredients
- 265 grams all-purpose flour
- 15 grams unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 125 grams unsalted butter, softened
- 100 grams granulated sugar
- 75 grams light brown sugar
- 1 large egg (approximately 50 grams)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1 tablespoon buttermilk
Cream Cheese Filling
- 113 grams cream cheese, softened
- 57 grams unsalted butter, softened
- 100 grams powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling: In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
- Add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt, and beat until fully combined. Spoon teaspoon-sized mounds of the filling onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and freeze for at least 30 minutes until firm.
Prepare the Red Velvet Cookie Dough
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, red food coloring, and buttermilk, and mix until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
Assemble the Cookies
- Scoop a tablespoon of cookie dough and flatten it slightly in your hand.
- Place a frozen cream cheese filling mound in the center of the dough and wrap the dough around it, sealing the edges.
- Place the filled cookie dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet.
Bake
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are set
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
| Estimated Nutritional Information (Per Cookie) | |
|---|---|
| Calories | 180-220 kcal |
| Total Fat | 8-10 g |
| Saturated Fat | 4-5 g |
| Cholesterol | 25-30 mg |
| Sodium | 100-120 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 24-28 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1-2 g |
| Sugars | 15-18 g |
| Protein | 2-3 g |