Description
Soft, chewy, and filled with rich cream cheese frosting, these Red Velvet Sandwich Cookies are like a cupcake in cookie form. With their signature red hue and indulgent filling, they make an unforgettable treat for holidays, special occasions, or simply when you’re craving something sweet and cozy. This easy recipe is perfect for dessert tables, quick baking sessions, and sweet gift boxes — making it one of the best cookie food ideas around!
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon red gel food coloring
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
1 1/4 cups powdered sugar
1 tablespoon heavy cream
Instructions
1. In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
2. In a large bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
3. Add egg, vanilla extract, and red gel food coloring. Mix until fully combined.
4. Gradually mix in dry ingredients just until a dough forms. Chill for 30 minutes.
5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
6. Scoop 1 tablespoon-sized dough balls and space 2 inches apart.
7. Bake for 9–11 minutes, until edges are set. Cool for 5 minutes on the pan, then transfer to a rack.
8. For the filling, beat cream cheese, butter, and vanilla until smooth.
9. Gradually add powdered sugar and mix until fluffy. Add heavy cream to reach spreadable consistency.
10. Match cookies by size. Spread 1 tablespoon of filling on one cookie and sandwich with another.
11. Repeat until you have 12 sandwich cookies.
Notes
Chill the dough before baking to prevent spreading.
Use gel food coloring for vibrant red without altering texture.
Bring cookies to room temperature before serving for best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich cookie
- Calories: 247
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 38mg
Keywords: red velvet cookies, sandwich cookies, cream cheese filling, holiday desserts