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Red Velvet Cupcake Cookies

Red Velvet Cupcake Cookies: Indulge in Chewy Bliss

These Red Velvet Cupcake Cookies combine chewy cookie and soft cupcake for a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Consider a gluten-free flour blend for a delicious alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder Carob powder serves as a caffeine-free substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances overall flavor.
  • 1/2 cup butter Softened for creaming.
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil Melted coconut oil can be swapped in.
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg Flax egg can be used for a vegan alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Optional for those who want an extra kick.
  • 1 tablespoon liquid-gel food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar Balances sweetness.
For the Frosting
  • 8 ounces cream cheese Vegan cream cheese can replace this.
  • 1/4 cup butter Softened for creaming.
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 splash milk Substitute with non-dairy milk for vegan.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • cookie scoop
  • baking sheet
  • piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients and set aside.
  2. Cream Mixture: Cream together butter, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: Add egg, vanilla extract, food coloring, and vinegar to the creamed mixture and beat until combined.
  4. Add Dry Ingredients: Fold in the dry mixture until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
  5. Scoop Dough: Portion out the dough onto a lined baking sheet, leaving space between each dollop.
  6. Bake: Preheat oven and bake cookies for 12 minutes, then cool on a wire rack.
  7. Make Frosting: Cream together cream cheese and butter, then whisk in powdered sugar and milk.
  8. Frost the Cookies: Pipe or spread frosting on cooled cookies and add cookie crumbs for garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best results and ensure butter is at room temperature before creaming.

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