Red Velvet Rose Sandwich Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth
These Red Velvet Rose Sandwich Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth combine the classic flavor of red velvet with a luscious cream cheese frosting, making them a delightful treat for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 30 mins
- Yield: 24 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
2 ½ cups All-purpose flour
2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon Baking soda
½ teaspoon Salt
1 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
1 ¾ cups Granulated sugar
2 Large eggs
½ cup Buttermilk
1 teaspoon White vinegar
1 ½ teaspoons Vanilla extract
1-2 teaspoons Red gel food coloring (high quality)
8 ounces Cream cheese (full-fat, softened)
½ cup Unsalted butter (softened)
3-4 cups Powdered sugar (sifted)
1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper
- Whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, white vinegar, vanilla extract, and red gel food coloring
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk mixture
- Use a small cookie scoop to drop dough onto prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches apart
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are set and centers are soft
- Cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely
- For frosting, beat together cream cheese and butter until creamy, then gradually add sifted powdered sugar
- Once cookies are cooled, pipe frosting onto the flat side of one cookie, then top with another cookie
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
Sift powdered sugar for a smooth frosting consistency.
Chilling the dough can help maintain shape during baking.