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Red Velvet Rose Sandwich Cookies

Irresistible Red Velvet Rose Sandwich Cookies for Every Celebration

Enjoy these Red Velvet Rose Sandwich Cookies that combine rich cocoa and cream cheese frosting for a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter at room temperature
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 large Large Egg or flax egg for vegan version
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract pure for best results
  • 1/2 cup Buttermilk substitute with milk mixed with vinegar or yogurt
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour can be substituted with gluten-free blend
  • 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder unsweetened for best taste
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt to balance sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon Red Gel Food Coloring liquid food coloring may alter texture
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and buttermilk, mixing until just combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, cornstarch, and salt.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Add the red gel food coloring and mix until the dough is evenly tinted.
  7. Scoop portions of dough onto the baking sheets, flattening slightly.
  8. Bake for 8 minutes until the edges are crisp and the centers remain slightly soft.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  10. Beat together cream cheese and unsalted butter for the frosting until smooth, then add powdered sugar and vanilla.
  11. Spread cream cheese frosting on half the cookies and top with the other halves.
  12. Serve and enjoy your cookies with a glass of milk or at gatherings!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For optimal freshness, store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or refrigerate for longer storage.

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