Description
Indulge in the irresistible Crumbl Copy Cat Red Velvet Cupcake Cookies, where the beloved flavors of red velvet cake meet the chewy goodness of cookies. Perfect for any occasion, these stunning treats are topped with a rich cream cheese frosting that makes each bite a delightful experience. Easy to prepare and versatile, they’re bound to impress at birthdays, holidays, or simply as a sweet surprise for yourself or loved ones. Get ready to enjoy these vibrant cookies that combine a classic favorite with an inviting twist.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vinegar
- Optional: ½ cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cocoa powder.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients; mix until just combined. Stir in red food coloring and vinegar until evenly colored. Fold in white chocolate chips if desired.
- Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop dough onto prepared sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for about 10-12 minutes or until edges are set but centers appear slightly underbaked.
- Let cookies cool on the sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- For frosting: Beat softened cream cheese and butter until smooth; gradually mix in powdered sugar and vanilla extract until fluffy.
- Frost cooled cookies generously with cream cheese frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg