Red Velvet Chocolate Chip Cookies are the perfect blend of soft, chewy cookies with a rich chocolate flavor and a pop of vibrant red color. They’re simple to make and absolutely delicious, making them a great choice for any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating the holidays or just craving something sweet, these cookies are sure to be a hit. Here’s how to make them!
PROCESS:
- Start by mixing the dry ingredients : flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in one bowl. In another bowl, cream the butter and sugars together until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, vanilla, and milk, and mix in the red food coloring. Combine the wet and dry ingredients, then put in the chocolate chips.
- Chill the dough in the fridge for at least an hour, then scoop the dough on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F (177°C) for 11-13 minutes. Let them cool and enjoy!
Here’s what you’re going to need to make it:
- All-purpose flour: The base of the dough, giving the cookies structure.
- Cocoa powder: Adds the deep chocolate flavor that makes these cookies irresistible.
- Baking soda: Helps the cookies rise and gives them a soft, chewy texture.
- Salt: Balances the sweetness of the cookies.
- Unsalted butter: Adds richness and helps create a soft, tender cookie.
- Brown sugar & granulated sugar: Sweeten the dough and give the cookies a nice texture.
- Egg: Binds everything together and adds richness.
- Milk (buttermilk works best): Keeps the dough moist and adds a bit of tang.
- Red food coloring: Gives the cookies that iconic red velvet color.
- Chocolate chips: Adds melty, gooey bits of chocolate in every bite.
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 and 2/3 cups (210g) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup (21g) cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup (150g) brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon milk (buttermilk works best)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3/4 teaspoon red gel food coloring
- 1 cup (180g) chocolate chips
INSTRUCTIONS
Step 1: Prep the Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set it aside.
Step 2: Cream the Butter and Sugars
In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together for about 2 minutes until it’s creamy and fluffy.
Step 3: Add the Egg and Vanilla
Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
Step 4: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing just until combined. Add the milk and red food coloring, and mix until the dough is a nice red color and everything is incorporated.
Step 5: Fold in the Chocolate Chips
Stir in the chocolate chips, making sure they’re evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Step 6: Chill the Dough
Cover the dough and refrigerate it for at least 1 hour, or up to 3 days. Chilling helps the dough firm up, making the cookies bake more evenly.
Step 7: Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Baking Sheets
Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 8: Scoop and Bake
Scoop out about 1.5 tablespoons of dough for each cookie and roll it into a ball. Place the dough balls on the baking sheet, spaced about 3 inches apart. Bake for 11-13 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
Step 9: Cool and Serve
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy them on their own or with a glass of milk!
Tips and Notes:
- Chill the dough: Chilling the dough helps prevent the cookies from spreading too much during baking, giving them a thicker, chewier texture.
- Don’t overbake: Keep an eye on the cookies while they bake. They should be soft in the middle and slightly firm at the edges when done.
- Use gel food coloring: Gel food coloring is best for getting that rich red hue without affecting the dough’s texture.
- For chewier cookies: If you like your cookies a little softer, slightly underbake them. They’ll set up more as they cool.