Description
These red velvet sugar cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with rich flavor from cocoa and vanilla, perfect for holidays or any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in egg, vanilla extract, red food coloring, and vinegar until well combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Scoop dough into balls and place on prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are set. Let cool on sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For extra softness, avoid overbaking. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Method: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 2g