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Red Velvet Christmas Cookies

Irresistible Red Velvet Christmas Cookies You’ll Love to Bake

These Red Velvet Christmas Cookies are a festive blend of rich flavor and delightful textures, perfect for holiday baking.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 51 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Cookies
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 sticks Unsalted Sweet Cream Butter Provides rich flavor; use unsalted to better control salt levels.
  • 1.5 cups Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness; brown sugar can be swapped in for a deeper taste.
  • 2 large Eggs Incorporate structure and moisture; make sure they’re at room temperature for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor; consider almond extract for a festive twist.
  • 2 teaspoons Super Red Food Coloring Gives your cookies that classic red hue; quality matters for the best color.
  • 0.25 cups Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Adds a rich chocolatey flavor without additional sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda A leavening agent; always check the expiration for maximum effectiveness.
  • 1 teaspoon Cornstarch Helps achieve a soft texture and stops excessive spread during baking.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Kosher Salt Balances the sweetness; omit if using salted butter.
  • 1 cup Cake Flour Contributes to a tender crumb; look for gluten-free options if needed.
  • 1.75 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides the needed structure; gluten-free alternatives are available too.
  • 1.5 cups Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Offers sweetness and texture; feel free to use milk or white chocolate chips instead.
  • 1 cup Mini Marshmallows Adds a fun, gooey texture; can be substituted with small pieces of regular marshmallows.
For the Toppings
  • 0.5 cups Crushed Candy Canes Festive and crunchy; they provide a delightful way to enhance the holiday spirit.
  • 1.25 cups Powdered Sugar Essential for your icing; it serves as a base for those eye-catching finishing touches.
  • 2 tablespoons Milk Adjusts the icing consistency to your liking.
  • 1 cup Edible Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough A playful topping option; use store-bought or make your own!
  • 1 cup White Chocolate Chips Contrasts beautifully with the other flavors; they add a nice touch of sweetness.
  • 1 cup Holiday Sprinkles A fun way to decorate; they make your cookies even more festive and inviting.

Equipment

  • stand mixer
  • Baking Sheets
  • Silicone Liners
  • Cookie scoop
  • Mixing bowls

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 410°F (210°C) and prepare the baking sheets with silicone liners.
  2. In a stand mixer, combine the butter and sugar, beating on medium speed for about 3 minutes until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each, then pour in vanilla extract and super red food coloring.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together cake flour, all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, cornstarch, and salt, then gradually add to the wet ingredients.
  5. Fold in the chocolate chips and mini marshmallows into the dough.
  6. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes.
  7. Scoop the dough into 3.5 oz balls, place them on the baking sheets, and slightly flatten each ball.
  8. Bake for 8-11 minutes until the edges are crisp but the centers remain gooey.
  9. Allow the cookies to cool on the sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
  10. Mix powdered sugar with milk to create a thick icing, then drizzle over the cooled cookies and add your toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to 1-2 weeks or frozen for up to 3 months. Let them thaw at room temperature before serving.

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