Best 14 Red Velvet Box Cookies Recipe By Tasty Recipes

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In the realm of sweet treats, few recipes evoke as much nostalgia, decadence, and visual allure as the classic red velvet box cookies. These delightful confections hold a special place in the hearts of cookie enthusiasts and dessert lovers alike, with their striking red hue, soft and chewy texture, and irresistible cream cheese frosting. Whether you're a seasoned baker looking for a new twist on a timeless classic or a novice cook eager to explore the world of homemade cookies, this article will guide you through the steps to create the perfect red velvet box cookies, inspired by the renowned recipe from Tasty. Get ready to embark on a delightful culinary journey as we delve into the secrets of this iconic dessert, ensuring that your red velvet box cookies turn out moist, flavorful, and irresistibly tempting.

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RED VELVET WHITE CHOCOLATE CAKE MIX COOKIES RECIPE BY TASTY



Red Velvet White Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: red velvet cake mix, white chocolate chips, oil, eggs

Provided by Pierce Abernathy

Categories     Bakery Goods

Time 30m

Yield 12 cookie

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 package red velvet cake mix
1 cup white chocolate chips
½ cup oil
2 eggs

Steps:

  • Combine cake mix, chocolate chips, oil, and eggs in a mixing bowl.
  • Using an ice cream scoop or your hand, form golf ball-sized balls of cookie dough and transfer to a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
  • Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 10-12 minutes.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295 calories, Carbohydrate 37 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 22 grams

RED VELVET SHORTBREAD COOKIES RECIPE BY TASTY



Red Velvet Shortbread Cookies Recipe by Tasty image

Transform store-bought cake mix into these merry and bright red velvet Christmas cookies! Decorate the cookies with white chocolate designs and sprinkles for an extra-festive touch!

Provided by Tikeyah Whittle

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h30m

Yield 24 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup all purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1 box red velvet cake mix
3 tablespoons water
5 oz vanilla candy melts
white sanding sugar
red sprinkle
Red and green sprinkle
white sprinkle
Assorted 4-inch cookie cutter

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, use an electric mixer on medium speed to cream the butter until smooth, about 1 minute. Add the flour and mix until combined, about 30 seconds. Add the cake mix and water and continue mixing until smooth, about 1 minute more. Transfer the dough to a sheet of plastic wrap and flatten into a disc. Wrap tightly, then refrigerate until slightly firmed, about 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Divide the dough in half. Working with one portion at a time (wrap the other in the plastic and refrigerate until ready to use), roll out on a lightly floured surface to ½ inch thick. Cut out shapes using the cookie cutters. Use an offset spatula to gently lift the cookies and transfer to the prepared baking sheets, spacing 1 inch apart. Gather and re-roll the scraps until all of the dough is used.
  • Bake the cookies until they have puffed and the edges begin to crisp, 8-10 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  • When ready to decorate, place the candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between, until melted completely.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Dip the cookies in the candy melts, then place on the prepared baking sheet. Alternatively, transfer the candy melts to a small piping bag and cut the tip, then drizzle over the cookies. Garnish with the red, green, and white sprinkles. Let sit until the candy hardens, about 10 minutes.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Carbohydrate 21 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 1 gram, Sugar 11 grams

RED VELVET BOX COOKIES RECIPE BY TASTY



Red Velvet Box Cookies Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: red velvet cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, powdered sugar

Provided by Quinton Washington

Categories     Desserts

Yield 24 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 box red velvet cake mix
2 eggs
⅓ cup vegetable oil
powdered sugar, for topping

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Mix everything except the powdered sugar into a bowl (Batter will be thick).
  • Spoon into balls and roll in the powdered sugar.
  • Place on cookie sheets leaving about 2 inches (5 cm) between cookies. Level with a glass.
  • Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until cookies brown SLIGHTLY on the edges.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 99 calories, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 1 gram, Sugar 7 grams

RED VELVET COOKIES



Red Velvet Cookies image

These red velvet cookie cutouts have a hint of chocolate flavor and are so simple to prepare. A drizzle of white chocolate on top adds pizzazz.

Provided by Vallery Lomas

Categories     dessert

Time 1h

Yield 1 dozen cookies

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
2 1/2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, at room temperature
2/3 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 1/2 teaspoons red gel food coloring
1 cup white chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Position the racks in the upper and lower thirds of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment.
  • Sift the flour, cocoa, salt and baking soda together into a medium bowl. Whisk to combine and set aside.
  • In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the butter and sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  • Add the egg and continue to mix on medium until combined, scraping the bottom and sides of the bowl as needed. Add the vanilla and food coloring and mix until combined and bright red.
  • Reduce the speed to low and spoon in the flour mixture. Continue to mix until just combined. Remove the bowl from the stand mixer and use a rubber spatula to ensure that all of the flour is incorporated.
  • Lightly flour a clean work surface. Mound the dough onto it and press into a disc. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the butter to firm up.
  • Lightly dust your work surface with flour. Remove the dough from the refrigerator and roll to a thickness or 1/4 to 1/2 inch. Use cookie cutters to cut the dough into shapes and place on the prepared baking sheets. Brush off excess flour with a clean pastry brush if necessary. Freeze the cutouts for 15 minutes so they retain their shape when baked.
  • Bake until the cookies are dry and set, rotating the pans halfway through, 10 to 11 minutes. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Meanwhile, put the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 15-second intervals, stirring well in between each, until completely melted and smooth. (Alternatively, bring 1 inch of water in a medium saucepan to a simmer over medium-low heat. Put the chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl and place over the simmering water. Allow the chocolate to melt, stirring occasionally with a rubber spatula until smooth.)
  • Using a fork, drizzle white chocolate over the cooled cookies to create a random zigzag pattern. Allow to set. Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.

DAWN'S EASY RED VELVET SANDWICH COOKIES



Dawn's Easy Red Velvet Sandwich Cookies image

As a Southern girl, I love baking from scratch and red velvet cakes are a must for the holidays. I usually make one every Christmas, especially one for my brother-in-law David. This year was so busy, I just didn't have time to make him one, but I am always making cake mix cookies for my girls as a quick snack in the afternoons after school, so I whipped up a batch of these gems for him for Christmas. They are out of this world! You don't just have to make them for holidays they are wonderful anytime, see for your self.

Provided by DAWNV4

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Sandwich Cookie Recipes

Time 33m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (18.25 ounce) box red velvet cake mix
2 eggs, lightly beaten
½ cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon bourbon
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
¼ cup butter, softened
2 teaspoons evaporated milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
½ cup flaked coconut
4 cups confectioners' sugar
½ cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Mix together cake mix, eggs, oil, and bourbon in a large bowl. Roll the dough into balls the size of walnuts. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the tops start to crack, about 8 minutes. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.
  • In a large bowl combine cream cheese, butter, evaporated milk, vanilla, and coconut. Add the confectioners' sugar 1 cup at a time, mixing well with each addition. If consistency is too stiff, add more milk.
  • Place the chopped pecans in a bowl. Spread a generous amount of icing on the bottom of a cookie, sandwich it with another cookie, pressing firmly so that the icing comes all the way out to the edge. Roll the edges of the sandwich cookies in the chopped pecans. Repeat with the remaining cookies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292.3 calories, Carbohydrate 39.9 g, Cholesterol 29.1 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 182.1 mg, Sugar 21.2 g

RED VELVET COOKIES



Red velvet cookies image

Turn the popular cake into chewy cookies, complete with cream cheese icing. Box them up to give as a gift, or make a batch of dough to keep in the freezer

Provided by Anna Glover

Categories     Afternoon tea, Dessert, Treat

Time 35m

Yield Makes 16-18

Number Of Ingredients 12

175g soft salted butter
200g light brown soft sugar
100g caster sugar
1 large egg
2 tsp vanilla extract
½-1 tbsp red food colouring gel, depending on strength
225g plain flour
25g cocoa powder
½ tsp bicarbonate of soda
150g white chocolate chips or chunks
2 tbsp soft cheese
6 tbsp icing sugar

Steps:

  • Beat the butter and sugars together with an electric whisk until pale and fluffy. Beat in the egg, vanilla and food colouring until you have a bright red batter. Sieve over the flour, cocoa and bicarb. Fold everything together to make a stiff evenly-coloured dough, then fold in the chocolate chips.
  • Put the dough on a sheet of baking parchment, fold the parchment over the dough and mould into a sausage shape about 6cm wide. Chill until ready to bake. Will keep for a week in the fridge or one month in the freezer.
  • Heat the oven to 190C/170C fan/gas 5. Cut the cookie dough into 1cm thick slices using a sharp knife and arrange on two large baking sheets lined with baking parchment well-spaced apart so they have room to spread in the oven. Bake in batches, keeping the unbaked cookies on the sheet in the fridge while the rest are baking.
  • Bake in the middle of the oven for 13-15 mins until the cookies are crisp at the edges, but still soft in the centre. Leave to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Beat the soft cheese in a small bowl to a loose consistency, then stir in the icing sugar. Use a piping bag or spoon to drizzle the icing over the cookies. Un-iced cookies keep for five days in an airtight container, or two days iced.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 calories, Fat 12 grams fat, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 36 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 26 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 3 grams protein, Sodium 0.3 milligram of sodium

RED VELVET COOKIES



Red Velvet Cookies image

These cookies are just as good as the cake, only on a smaller scale. They melt in your mouth!

Provided by K.c. Maxwell

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Drop Cookie Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
2 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened baking chocolate, broken into pieces
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
⅔ cup brown sugar, firmly packed
⅓ cup white sugar
1 large egg
1 tablespoon red food coloring
¾ cup sour cream
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
4 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) with the rack in the middle position. Grease baking sheets or line with parchment paper. Sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  • Break the chocolate squares into chunks, place in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave on High until the chocolate melts, about 90 seconds. Stir the chocolate until smooth and set aside to cool.
  • In a large bowl, beat 1/2 cup butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until light and fluffy; pour in the egg and beat until smooth. Mix in the red food coloring and chocolate, scraping the bowl down regularly, until evenly blended, about 30 seconds. Add half of the sifted dry ingredients, stirring until well incorporated. Beat in the sour cream and mix in the remaining dry ingredients. Fold in the chocolate chips. Drop spoonfuls of the dough 2 inches apart onto prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake one sheet at a time in the preheated oven until they spring back when pressed, about 9 minutes. Cool in the pans for 5 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.
  • For the cream cheese frosting, whip 1/4 cup butter, cream cheese, and vanilla until smooth. Blend in the powdered sugar in half cup portions until the frosting reaches the desired consistency.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.5 calories, Carbohydrate 21.8 g, Cholesterol 20.9 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 66.4 mg, Sugar 15.2 g

RED VELVET CHEESECAKE 'BOX' CUPCAKES RECIPE BY TASTY



Red Velvet Cheesecake 'Box' Cupcakes Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: red velvet cake mix, cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, cream cheese frosting

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Desserts

Yield 12 cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 box red velvet cake mix, prepared according to package instructions
15 oz cream cheese
1 cup powdered sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups cream cheese frosting

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a large bowl, prepare the red velvet cake batter.
  • In a separate bowl, combine cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla, stirring until there are no lumps.
  • Divide the batter evenly among a lined muffin tin, filling halfway.
  • Spoon some of the cream cheese mixture onto the batter.
  • Top with remaining batter, filling about ¾ of the way up.
  • Bake for 20 minutes, then cool.
  • Pipe the cream cheese frosting onto each cupcake, then top with red velvet crumbs.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 457 calories, Carbohydrate 67 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 50 grams

RED VELVET COOKIES



Red Velvet Cookies image

These unique cookies have been a part of our holiday tradition for as long as I can remember. My mother made them when I was little, and now I often bake a batch for my own family.-Mindy Young, Hanover, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 43m

Yield 7-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup shortening
1 cup sugar
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
3 large eggs, separated, room temperature
2 teaspoons red food coloring
4 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons baking cocoa
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
FROSTING:
1-1/2 cups butter, softened
3-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 to 4 tablespoons 2% milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg yolks and food coloring. , Combine flour, cocoa, baking powder and salt. Add to the creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition., In another bowl with clean beaters, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form; fold into batter. Fold in chocolate chips. , Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake until set, 12-14 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool completely., In a large bowl, beat the butter, confectioners' sugar and salt until blended. Add enough milk to achieve desired consistency. Crumble 8 cookies and set aside. , Frost remaining cookies; sprinkle with cookie crumbs. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 124 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 79mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CLASSIC RED VELVET CAKE RECIPE BY TASTY



Classic Red Velvet Cake Recipe by Tasty image

This delectable, scarlet-hued cake is a classic for a reason. Layers of smooth cream cheese icing and rich red velvet cake will impress even the pickiest of guests.

Provided by Aleya Zenieris

Categories     Bakery Goods

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 slices

Number Of Ingredients 20

nonstick cooking spray, for greasing
2 ¾ cups cake flour
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 cup buttermilk, or 1 cup whole milk mixed with 1 tablespoon lemon juice or white vinegar
½ cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon white vinegar
2 ½ teaspoons red food coloring
1 ½ sticks unsalted butter, softened
1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 tablespoon McCormick® vanilla extract
¼ cup freshly brewed coffee
1 stick unsalted butter, softened
12 oz cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon heavy cream
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
2 teaspoons McCormick® vanilla extract
3 cups powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease 2 8-inch cake pans with nonstick spray and line with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, sift together the cake flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking soda. Whisk to combine.
  • In a large liquid measuring cup, whisk together the buttermilk, vegetable oil, vinegar, and red food coloring.
  • In a large bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar together with an electric hand mixer on high speed until light, fluffy, and homogenous, about 2 minutes. Add the eggs, 1 at a time, and beat on medium speed until incorporated. Add the vanilla and beat to incorporate.
  • Add ½ of the buttermilk mixture to the creamed butter and sugar. Beat on medium speed until well combined, 1-2 minutes. Add ½ of the dry ingredients and beat until well-combined, 1-2 minutes. Repeat with the remaining buttermilk and dry ingredients. With the mixer running, slowly pour in the coffee and beat until just combined.
  • Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops. Bake for 40-45 minutes, until a cake tester or toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean. Let cool for 5 minutes before flipping the cakes out onto a wire rack, then let cool completely
  • While the cakes are cooling, make the cream cheese frosting: In a large bowl, beat together the butter and cream cheese with an electric hand mixer on high speed until well combined and fluffy, 3-5 minutes. Add the heavy cream, salt, and vanilla and mix to combine. Add the powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, and beat until the frosting is fluffy and smooth.
  • Once cakes have cooled, trim off the domed tops, reserving the scraps. Cut each cake in half so you have 4 even layers.
  • Place 1 cake layer, cut-side up, on a cake stand. Spread an even layer of frosting over the cake. Place another cake layer cut-side down on top of the first layer, spreading another even layer of frosting on top. Repeat with the remaining 2 layers. Spread a thin layer of frosting all over the sides and smooth out with an offset spatula or bench scraper. Refrigerate for 20-30 minutes, until the layer of frosting has hardened.
  • Frost the outside of the cake with a thick layer of frosting. Crumble the reserved cake scraps, then press into the frosting around the bottom of the cake.
  • Slice and serve.
  • Enjoy!
  • RECIPE BY: Amanda Berrill

Nutrition Facts : Calories 728 calories, Carbohydrate 102 grams, Fat 31 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 10 grams, Sugar 73 grams

FROSTED RED VELVET COOKIES



Frosted Red Velvet Cookies image

My student job in college was in the bakery. These dreamy morsels take me back to that special place and time. Red velvet lovers will appreciate this fun take on the cake. -Christina Petri, Alexandria, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped
1/2 cup butter, softened
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1 tablespoon red food coloring
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup sour cream
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 can (16 ounces) cream cheese frosting
Sprinkles, optional

Steps:

  • In a microwave, melt unsweetened chocolate; stir until smooth. Cool., In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in the egg, food coloring and vanilla. Add cooled chocolate; beat until blended. In another bowl, mix the flour, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with sour cream, beating well after each addition. Stir in chocolate chips., Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto parchment-lined baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 6-9 minutes or until set. Remove to wire racks to cool completely. Spread with frosting. If desired, decorate with sprinkles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 103 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 62mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

RED VELVET SPRITZ COOKIES



Red Velvet Spritz Cookies image

I had never come across a red velvet spritz recipe, so I decided to create one. The hint of cocoa makes these taste like red velvet cake. Add peppermint flavoring for a little extra kick. —Crystal Schlueter, Northglenn, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield about 8-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup butter, softened
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 large egg, separated, room temperature
2 teaspoons red paste food coloring
1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract, optional
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking cocoa
1 tablespoon water
Nonpareils or sprinkles

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cream butter, cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg yolk, vanilla, food coloring and, if desired, extract. In another bowl, whisk flour and cocoa; gradually beat into creamed mixture., Using a cookie press fitted with a disk of your choice, press dough 1 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. In a small bowl, mix egg white and water; brush over cookies. Decorate as desired with nonpareils or sprinkles. Bake until set, 10-12 minutes. Cool on pans 2 minutes. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool completely., Freeze option: Place dough in a freezer container; freeze. To use, thaw dough in refrigerator overnight or until it's soft enough to press. Prepare and bake cookies as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 38 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 17mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

RED VELVET CRINKLE COOKIES



Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies image

A deep red, chewy cookie that has a delicate crackled crust dusted with a touch of powdered sugar.

Provided by Duncan Hines(R) Canada

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Duncan Hines® Canada

Time 1h

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 tablespoons butter
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 (18.25 ounce) box Duncan Hines® Red Velvet Cake Mix
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon lemon zest

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Melt butter; set aside to cool. Place powdered sugar and cornstarch in shallow dish. Mix with a fork to blend.
  • Place cake mix, cooled butter, eggs and lemon zest in large mixing bowl. Mix by hand until well blended and a dough forms.
  • Form dough into 1-inch balls and roll in powdered sugar. Place on cool, ungreased baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
  • Bake, 1 sheet at a time, in center of oven for 9 to 11 minutes or until set. Cool 1 minute. Transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
  • Store in airtight container with wax paper or parchment separating layers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 71.2 calories, Carbohydrate 11.4 g, Cholesterol 11.6 mg, Fat 2.7 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 78.3 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

RED VELVET THUMBPRINT COOKIES



Red Velvet Thumbprint Cookies image

These festive sugar-coated red velvet cookies are perfect for Christmas. They're just as delicious as they are beautiful. -Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1 large egg yolk, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon red paste food coloring
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons baking cocoa
1/2 cup coarse sugar
FILLING:
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sugar
1 large egg white, room temperature
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300°. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg yolk, vanilla and food coloring. In another bowl, whisk flour and cocoa; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Roll into 1-in. balls; roll in coarse sugar. Place 2 in. apart on parchment-lined baking sheets. Press a deep indentation in center of each with the back of a 1/2-teaspoon measure., Bake 10 minutes. Meanwhile, for filling, beat cream cheese, sugar, egg white, vanilla and salt until blended. Reshape indentations in par-baked cookies as needed. Fill each with 1 teaspoon filling. Bake until filling is set, 10-12 minutes longer. Remove to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 39mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a high-quality cocoa powder for the best flavor.
  • Don't overmix the batter, or the cookies will be tough.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking to prevent the cookies from spreading too much.
  • Bake the cookies until they are just set, or they will be dry.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before frosting them.

Conclusion:

Red velvet box cookies are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be decorated in a variety of ways. With their vibrant red color and creamy frosting, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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