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Red Velvet Sandwich Cookies

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Delicious red velvet sandwich cookies with a rich cocoa flavor and a tangy, creamy homemade cream cheese filling. Perfect for potlucks, holiday parties, or a comforting sweet treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ¼ cups (250g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp gel red food coloring
  • 1 tsp distilled white vinegar
  • 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 ½ cups (300g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy and pale, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract, red food coloring, and vinegar. Mix until smooth.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed just until combined.
  6. Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop dough balls about 1 inch apart on the baking sheets. Flatten each ball slightly.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, rotating trays halfway through, until edges are set but centers are soft.
  8. Transfer cookies to wire racks to cool completely before filling.
  9. Beat cream cheese and softened butter until smooth and creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Beat until fluffy.
  10. Spread or pipe about 1 tablespoon of cream cheese filling onto the flat side of one cookie. Top with another cookie and press gently.
  11. Optional: Refrigerate assembled cookies for 30 minutes for firmer filling and flavor melding.

Notes

Use gel food coloring for vibrant color without extra liquid. Chill dough for 15 minutes if too soft or spreading too much. Assemble cookies only when cooled to prevent melting filling. For firmer filling, refrigerate assembled cookies for 30 minutes. Dairy-free and gluten-free substitutions possible but texture may vary.

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