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Classic Cream Cheese-Filled Red Velvet Cookies
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Equipment:
Mixing bowls
electric mixer
baking sheet
parchment paper
cookie scoop
cooling rack
Cuisine Type: American
Classic Cream Cheese-Filled Red Velvet Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the rich, velvety flavor of red velvet cake with a creamy, tangy filling. These cookies are soft, chewy, and have a stunning red color that makes them perfect for holiday gatherings, birthdays, or any special occasion.
The contrast of the sweet cream cheese filling with the cocoa-infused cookie base creates a delicious treat that’s bound to impress everyone. Making these cookies is a fun and straightforward process. The dough comes together quickly with a few basic ingredients, and the filling can be prepared in just a few minutes.
Once baked, the cookies are sandwiched together to reveal a luscious cream cheese center that oozes out with every bite. These cookies aren’t only visually appealing but also incredibly satisfying and delicious!
Ingredients:
- 1 box red velvet cake mix
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for filling)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking and to guarantee easy cleanup.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the red velvet cake mix, all-purpose flour, vegetable oil, eggs, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Use an electric mixer to blend the ingredients until a smooth dough forms. Make certain there are no dry pockets of flour.
- In a separate bowl, prepare the cream cheese filling by mixing the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth and well combined. Set aside.
- Using a cookie scoop, portion out the red velvet dough and flatten each scoop slightly in your hand. Place a small dollop of the cream cheese filling in the center of each flattened dough portion, then fold the edges of the dough over the filling and roll it into a ball.
- Roll each cookie ball in granulated sugar before placing them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space in between for spreading. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set and the tops look slightly cracked.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Extra Tips:
For a fun twist, you can add white chocolate chips or chopped pecans to the red velvet dough for extra flavor and texture. If you want to make the filling even more decadent, consider adding a splash of almond extract or a pinch of cocoa powder.
These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or they can be frozen for longer storage.
Enjoy your delicious cream cheese-filled red velvet cookies!