Red Velvet Christmas Cookies

Red Velvet Christmas Cookies combine the classic flavors of red velvet cake with the beloved texture of a sugar cookie. This easy cookie recipe is perfect for holiday gatherings, offering a soft and rich treat that stands out on any dessert table!

Prep Time15

Cook Time10

Total Time25

Course: Cookie, Desserts

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Red Velvet Christmas Cookies

Servings: cookies

Calories: 201kcal

Author: Jessica & Nellie

Ingredients

Red Velvet Cookies

12 oz package of Sugar cookie mix
½ cup butter (one stick)
1 egg
⅓ cup cocoa powder
4 oz cream cheese softened
3 tsp red coloring

Cream Cheese Frosting

4 oz cream cheese softened
2 tsp butter softened
1 cup powdered sugar
2-3 TBSP milk
½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Prep: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper, or silicon mats, and set them aside.
Cookie dough: In a medium-sized bowl, stir together the cookie mix, butter, egg, cream cheese, and the red food coloring until all the ingredients are well blended.
Drop rounded tablespoons of cookie dough at least 2 inches apart onto the prepared baking sheets. Spray the bottom of a drinking glass with nonstick cooking spray and gently press down on the dough to flatten them into 2.5-inch diameter circles.
Bake: Place the cookies in the preheated oven and bake for 9-10 minutes. Let the cookies cool completely after baking, before topping with the frosting.
Cream cheese frosting: Beat the cream cheese and butter using an electric mixer, until the mixture is smooth and lump free.
Add in the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. Continue mixing until smooth.
Spread the frosting onto each cookie and top with holiday sprinkles, if desired. Serve cookies immediately and enjoy!

Notes

These red velvet cookies will stay fresh for up to 5 days if stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Place them in an airtight container or freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving. Add frosting to cookies AFTER they've defrosted.

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