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Cozy Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies with Cream Cheese Centers

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Soft, vibrant red velvet crinkle cookies with a luscious cream cheese core, offering a cozy and indulgent treat perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (315 g) all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup (25 g) unsweetened cocoa powder (preferably Dutch-processed)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ cups (300 g) granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup (170 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons red food coloring (liquid or gel)
  • Powdered sugar (for rolling cookies)
  • 8 ounces (225 g) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup (60 g) powdered sugar (for cream cheese filling)
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (for cream cheese filling)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling: In a medium bowl, beat 8 ounces (225 g) softened cream cheese with ½ cup (60 g) powdered sugar and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Cover and chill for about 15 minutes.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups (315 g) all-purpose flour, ¼ cup (25 g) unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt. Set aside.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: Using an electric mixer, beat ¾ cup (170 g) softened unsalted butter with 1 ½ cups (300 g) granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3–4 minutes.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in 2 large eggs, one at a time, then add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 2 tablespoons red food coloring. Mix until fully combined and dough is vibrant red.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Slowly add dry ingredients to wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just incorporated. Avoid overmixing.
  6. Chill the Dough: Divide dough into two portions, flatten into discs, wrap tightly with plastic wrap, and chill for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  7. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets: Heat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  8. Shape Cookies: Scoop about 1 tablespoon (15 g) dough, flatten slightly, place about 1 teaspoon (5 g) cream cheese filling in center, wrap dough around filling sealing completely into a smooth ball. Roll gently to seal cracks.
  9. Coat with Powdered Sugar: Roll each cookie ball generously in powdered sugar for a thick coating.
  10. Bake: Arrange cookies 2 inches apart on baking sheets. Bake for 12–14 minutes until puffed and powdered sugar is cracked but not burnt.
  11. Cool: Let cookies cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely. Cream cheese center remains soft and slightly gooey.

Notes

Chill dough thoroughly to prevent cream cheese from leaking and to achieve the signature crinkle effect. Seal cream cheese filling well inside dough balls. Avoid overmixing dough to keep cookies tender. Pull cookies from oven when centers are still slightly soft for best texture. Dough can be chilled overnight or frozen for up to a month before baking.

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