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Red Velvet Cookies with White Chocolate Chips

Pam 2026
Red Velvet Cookies with White Chocolate Chips

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup (150g) brown sugar, packed
  • ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 1½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (170g) white chocolate chips

Red Velvet Cookies are soft, chewy, and strikingly beautiful—with their deep red color, creamy white chocolate chips, and a hint of cocoa. They’re perfect for Valentine’s Day, Christmas, or anytime you want a cookie that’s as delicious as it is eye-catching.

Instructions

1

Preheat and Prepare

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

2

Cream Butter and Sugars

Beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

3

Add Wet Ingredients

Add egg, red food coloring, vanilla, and vinegar. Mix until combined.

4

Add Dry Ingredients

In a separate bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to wet mixture.

5

Add White Chocolate Chips

Fold in white chocolate chips.

6

Bake

Scoop tablespoon-sized dough balls onto baking sheets. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes.

7

Cool

Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks.

Pro-Tips for Picture-Perfect Red Velvet Cookies

  • Don’t Overbake: Cookies should be soft and slightly underdone in the center.
  • Use Gel Food Coloring: For a more vibrant red color.
  • Chill Dough: For thicker cookies.

These Red Velvet Cookies are soft, chewy, and stunningly red—perfect for gifting or sharing.

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