Red Velvet Crinkles with Cream Cheese Filling
Red Velvet cake originated in the United States and became popular during the Victorian era. The use of red food coloring was originally due to a chemical reaction between the cocoa and the acidic ingredients, but nowadays it is mostly used for aesthetic purposes.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 62 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.
Ingredients
- 2 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoon Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup Granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup Brown sugar
- 2 Eggs
- 2 tablespoon Red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup Cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup Powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the red food coloring and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- In a separate bowl, beat together the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Shape the red velvet dough into 1-inch balls. Make a small indentation in the center of each ball and fill with a small amount of the cream cheese mixture. Roll the dough balls in powdered sugar to coat.
- Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops crackle. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 220kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10g16%
- Total Carbohydrate 30g10%
- Sugars 20g
- Protein 3g6%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.