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Red Velvet Cookie Sandwiches Recipe Easy Homemade Cream Cheese Filling

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These red velvet cookie sandwiches feature soft, tender cocoa-infused cookies paired with a silky smooth, tangy cream cheese filling. Perfect for celebrations or a simple sweet treat, they come together quickly with pantry staples.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (315 g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • ¼ cup (25 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter, softened (room temperature)
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (110 g) packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons red food coloring (gel or liquid)
  • 2 tablespoons buttermilk powder (optional)
  • 8 ounces (227 g) cream cheese, softened, full-fat
  • ½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups (240 g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and buttermilk powder if using. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar on medium speed until fluffy and pale, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract and red food coloring. Mix until fully combined and dough is evenly red.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture on low speed just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
  6. Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
  7. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. Flatten each ball gently with your palm or bottom of a glass.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers still look soft. Avoid overbaking.
  9. Transfer cookies to cooling racks and let cool completely before filling.
  10. To make the cream cheese filling, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
  11. Add vanilla extract and lemon zest, then gradually mix in powdered sugar until fluffy and spreadable.
  12. Spread or pipe about 2 tablespoons of filling onto the flat side of one cookie, then sandwich with another cookie. Repeat with remaining cookies and filling.
  13. Chill the assembled sandwiches in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Chilling the dough is essential to prevent spreading and achieve the perfect chewy texture. Use room temperature ingredients for the filling to ensure smoothness. Rotate baking sheets halfway through baking for even browning. For dairy-free or vegan options, substitute cream cheese and butter with plant-based alternatives and eggs with flax eggs.

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