Description
Indulgent red velvet cookie cups blend rich chocolate and cream cheese frosting into a delightful dessert experience. Sweet Southern charm meets modern baking magic, inviting you to savor each luxurious bite of this irresistible treat.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1.5 cups (360 ml) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup (30 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup (57 g) butter, softened
- 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (110 g) brown sugar, packed
- 1 egg
Leavening and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
Flavoring and Coloring Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 350F (175C) and generously grease a muffin tin to prevent sticking.
- Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking soda in a medium bowl, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Cream the softened butter with granulated and brown sugars in a large mixing bowl until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
- Incorporate the egg, vibrant red food coloring, vanilla extract, and white vinegar into the butter mixture, blending until fully integrated.
- Slowly fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until a uniform dough forms.
- Portion the dough into tablespoon-sized balls and place them into the prepared muffin tin, using your fingers to create a gentle indentation in the center of each.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, watching for slight golden edges and a set center. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely within the tin.
- Prepare the cream cheese frosting by whipping softened cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and airy.
- Once cookies have cooled, fill each cup with the cream cheese frosting using a piping bag or spoon.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor experience.
Notes
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading and maintain a perfect cup shape.
- Use gel food coloring for a more vibrant red color without altering the cookie’s texture.
- For a gluten-free version, swap all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend and ensure all other ingredients are certified gluten-free.
- Reduce sugar content by using a natural sweetener like stevia or monk fruit for a lower-calorie alternative without compromising taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg