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Perfect jumbo red velvet cookies with cream cheese frosting

Jumbo Red Velvet Cookies

These large, soft cookies are rich in flavor with a tender crumb and bright red color, perfect for parties and weekend treats.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Bakery
Calories: 270
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour Provides structure and a tender crumb.
  • 1 tbsp Cocoa powder Adds mild chocolate flavor and the red velvet base.
  • 1 tsp Baking soda Helps the cookies spread and rise slightly.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Balances sweetness and enhances flavor.
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened Adds richness and helps the cookies brown.
  • 1 1/2 cups Granulated sugar Gives sweetness and crisp edges.
  • 1 Egg Binds the dough and adds moisture.
  • 1 tbsp Red food coloring Creates the signature red color.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract Adds warm, sweet aroma.
Mix-ins
  • 1 cup White chocolate chips Optional for pockets of sweet creaminess.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven and line a baking sheet with parchment.
  2. Whisk flour, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt in a bowl until combined.
  3. In another bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until smooth and slightly fluffy.
  4. Mix in the egg, red food coloring, and vanilla until uniform and smooth.
  5. Gradually fold the dry mix into the wet mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  6. Fold in white chocolate chips if using, then scoop large dough balls onto the prepared sheet.
  7. Bake until edges are set but centers stay soft, then cool briefly before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

For consistent jumbo cookies, use room-temperature butter, measure flour correctly, and watch the bake time to ensure edges are set while centers remain soft. Let cookies cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring.