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Devil's Calorie Red Velvet Cookies

Decadently Delicious Red Velvet Cookies for Every Craving

24servings
27 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Devil's Calorie Red Velvet Cookies

About this recipe

Indulge in these sinfully rich and delectable red velvet cookies that promise to satisfy your deepest cravings. Featuring a perfect blend of cocoa and charming red hues, these cookies are elevated with creamy white chocolate chips and crunchy pecans.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    Whisk together flour, cocoa, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.

  3. 3

    In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

  4. 4

    Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and red food coloring until combined.

  5. 5

    Alternate between adding dry ingredients and buttermilk to the wet mixture, mixing gently until just combined.

  6. 6

    Fold in white chocolate chips and chopped pecans.

  7. 7

    Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.

  8. 8

    Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set. Cool on sheet for 5 minutes, then move to a wire rack.

Chef's tip

Ensure not to overmix the batter to keep the cookies tender. Adjust the food coloring for a different shade if desired.

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