Indulgent Crumbl Red Velvet Cupcake Cookies You'll Love
Try these Crumbl Red Velvet Cupcake Cookies for a rich and soft cookie experience topped with creamy frosting.
Equipment
- Oven
- mixing bowl
- baking sheet
- spatula
- hand mixer
- cookie scoop
Ingredients
For the Cookies
- ½ cup softened butter This provides a rich, creamy base for the cookies.
- ⅔ cup brown sugar Adds moisture and a deep caramel flavor.
- ½ cup granulated sugar Balances the sweetness and enhances texture.
- 1 large egg Binds the ingredients together and adds moisture.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Infuses a warm, aromatic flavor.
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar Reacts with baking soda for a tender crumb.
- 1–2 teaspoons red gel food coloring Gives the iconic red velvet hue.
- ¼ cup cocoa powder Provides a subtle chocolate flavor.
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour Main structure of the cookies.
- ¼ teaspoon salt Enhances sweetness and flavor.
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch Helps achieve a softer, cakey texture.
- ½ teaspoon baking powder Ensures the cookies rise beautifully.
For the Frosting
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened Adds a rich, tangy flavor.
- 3 tablespoons butter, softened Ensures a creamy consistency.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds extra flavor depth.
- 1 cup powdered sugar Sweetens the frosting.
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Cream together until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the large egg, vanilla extract, white vinegar, and red gel food coloring to the creamed mixture. Mix on low speed until fully combined, about a minute.
- Sift together all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl. Gradually add to the wet mixture.
- Fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined; avoid over-mixing.
- Scoop out nine portions of dough, roll them into balls, and flatten to about ½ inch thick on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 10 minutes until slightly firm on the edges but soft in the center. Let cool on the baking sheet for 10-15 minutes.
- While cooling, prepare the frosting by mixing cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beat until fluffy.
- Frost the cooled cookies generously with the cream cheese frosting. Optionally sprinkle with crushed cookie crumbs for extra flair.
Notes
For best results, measure ingredients precisely and ensure they are at room temperature. Allow cookies to cool before frosting to prevent melting.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg
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