Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Red Velvet Thumbprint Cookies, where rich cocoa meets a tangy cream cheese filling. These stunning treats, with their vibrant red hue, are perfect for any occasion—from holiday gatherings to cozy movie nights. Each bite offers a soft, buttery texture that will leave you craving more. Impress your friends and family with this crowd-pleasing recipe that’s easy to make and even easier to enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring (gel)
- 2 large eggs
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ cup powdered sugar (for filling)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and red food coloring.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder; gradually add to wet ingredients.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets; create wells using your thumb.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until set but soft; cool on wire racks.
- For the filling, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg