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Soft and chewy red velvet cookies with white chocolate chips stacked on a white plate with a glass of milk in the background.

🍪 Soft & Chewy Red Velvet Cookies (Bakery-Style)

These soft and chewy red velvet cookies are bakery-style with crisp edges, tender centers, and a subtle cocoa flavor. Made with simple pantry ingredients and white chocolate or cream cheese chips, they’re easy to make and perfect for holidays, cookie swaps, or anytime you’re craving a classic red velvet dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Cookies, Dessert
Cuisine American, Southern Cooking
Servings 12
Calories 165 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand Mixer or Stand Mixer
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • Rubber Spatula
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Cooling Rack

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • ¾ cup unsalted butter softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup brown sugar packed
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring gel preferred

Mix-Ins

  • 1 cup white chocolate chips or cream cheese chips

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy—about 2–3 minutes.
  • Mix in the egg, milk, vanilla extract, and red food coloring until fully combined and evenly colored.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
  • Gently fold in white chocolate or cream cheese chips.
  • Scoop dough into 2-tablespoon balls and place 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake for 9–11 minutes, until edges are set but centers look slightly soft.
  • Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Notes

Nutritional values provided are estimates only and are calculated based on general nutritional data for the listed ingredients. Actual values may vary depending on the specific brands, measurements, and preparation methods used. For precise dietary information, please consult a registered 
dietitian or use a verified nutrition calculator with the exact ingredients you use.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 165kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.6gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.1gCholesterol: 28mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 55mgFiber: 0.8gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 240IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.9mg
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