Description
A delightful twist on classic cookies, featuring a rich, velvety exterior and a creamy cheesecake surprise in the center.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, red food coloring, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- In a separate bowl, beat together cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Scoop a tablespoon of red velvet dough, flatten slightly, place cheesecake filling in the center, and roll into a ball.
- Place cookie balls on a lined baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes.
- Let cool for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Ensure butter and cream cheese are at room temperature for easy mixing. For vibrant color, use gel food coloring.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg