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Red Velvet Sandwich Cookies

Delightful twist on classic red velvet cake, these cookies are visually stunning, soft, and indulgent, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Ingredients
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons unsweetened natural cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon red gel food coloring
Frosting Ingredients
  • 8 ounces cream cheese (at room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 4 cups confectioners' sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • up to 2 tablespoons heavy cream (if needed) Adjust for desired consistency

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Cookie Mixture
  1. Cream softened butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
  2. Add egg and vanilla extract to the mixture, blending well.
  3. Mix in the red gel food coloring until evenly distributed.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture and stir just until combined.
Baking
  1. Scoop about 1.5 tablespoons of dough per cookie onto the prepared sheets, leaving space for spreading.
  2. Bake for 15 minutes or until edges are set; add an extra 2-3 minutes for firmer cookies.
  3. Cool on wire racks for 5 minutes, then transfer cookies to racks to cool completely.
Frosting and Assembly
  1. Beat cream cheese and softened butter in a bowl until fluffy; gradually add confectioners' sugar and vanilla extract.
  2. Adjust the frosting consistency with heavy cream if needed.
  3. Frost half of the cooled cookies and sandwich them with the remaining cookies.

Notes

Consider adding lemon zest to the frosting for added flavor. For a richer chocolate flavor, mix in espresso powder with dry ingredients.