Description
These Red Velvet Thumbprint Cookies are a festive and flavorful treat, with the rich taste of red velvet and a creamy cream cheese center. They’re perfect for holiday celebrations or special occasions!
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp red food coloring
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for filling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and food coloring, and mix until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Use your thumb to make an indentation in the center of each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the cookies are slightly firm.
- While the cookies bake, prepare the cream cheese filling. Beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Once the cookies are cool, spoon or pipe the cream cheese filling into the thumbprint indentations.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- The red food coloring is optional, but it gives the cookies their signature red velvet look.
- You can top the cream cheese filling with sprinkles or mini chocolate chips for extra decoration.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes