Red Velvet Cookies
Red velvet cookies are a gorgeous bright red cookie that has a Peppermint Hershey Kiss in the center. These red velvet cookies are perfect for Christmas or even Valentine’s day.
Oh my, Red Velvet Cookies have always been one of my favorites. These have a little twist to them though. Peppermint Hershey Kisses are in them! The two combinations together are sumptuous. I know everyone probably thinks my house is a houseful of oinkers, but honestly, we make a lot of sweets and then share them with friends and other family members.
Red Velvet Cookies
I usually pass this recipe on to my cousin and she brings them to our family gathering. They are made from scratch so this is not a red velvet box cake recipe or anything of the sort. This makes them even better.
I love my Hershey Kisses and these Peppermint Hershey Kisses are even better on these Red Velvet Cookies. Yum! I personally like them warm when the kisses are a little melted and melt in my mouth.
What If I Can’t Find A Peppermint Kiss For The Center
You can easily use a plain Hershey’s Kiss, Hugs, or any other flavor of a kiss. Or you can skip the chocolate candy in the center and serve up these red velvet cookies alone. They are dynamite however you choose it.
Is Red Velvet Chocolate Flavored
Red velvet uses cocoa powder and then you will use red food coloring to bring out the deep red color in the cookies. So in a sense, you will find red velvet to have a light chocolate flavor. A lot of times in red velvet cakes they will use vinegar to help add acidity to make the red coloring even more vibrant.
Decorating Red Velvet Cookies
- Use a Hershey’s Peppermint Kiss in the center with sugar for the ultimate design.
- Drizzle white chocolate over the cookie or even dark chocolate.
- Sprinkle with crushed peppermint.
- Serve plain.
- Whip up cream cheese frosting to place on top of the cookies.
- Add in white chocolate chips into batter.
You will find there are tons of ways to make these cookies stand out. It is up to you how you decide to decorate your red velvet cookies!
How To Store Red Velvet Cookies
Place in an airtight container and store them on the counter for up to a week. Make sure your cookies have fully cooled before you place them in the container or condensation will develop on the lid and make your cookies spoil fast.
Can I Make Red Velvet Cookies Ahead of Time
Yes, you sure can. I would say to make them up to 24 hours in advance. Cookies are best when served within the first 2 days. After that, you will find your cookies dry out and look that fresh flavor. So make the night before you plan to serve and that would be totally fine!
Do Red Velvet Cookies Freeze Well
Sure, you can easily freeze these cookies. Place in an airtight freezer-friendly container and store for up to three months. Thaw on the counter and allow them to thaw before serving.
If you love decadent desserts than you definitely want to try the world-famous chocolate lava cake.
Red Velvet Cookies
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 C flour
- 1/4 C hershey cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 C unsalted sweet cream butter, softened
- 3/4 C light brown sugar
- 1/2 C sugar
- 1 egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 Tablespoon red food coloring
- 1/2 C red sanding sugar
- 24-36 peppermint bark hershey kisses, unwrapped
- 1 cookie sheet fitted with parchment paper
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees
- Using a standing mixer, cream together the butter, sugar and brown sugar
- Add in the egg and vanilla and mix until combined
- Add in the red food coloring and mix until combined
- In a large bowl, mix the flour and cocoa powder until combined.
- Using a small ice cream scoop, scoop out the dough and roll into a ball
- Roll the cookie dough into the red sanding sugar and place onto the cookie sheet
- Repeat steps for 11 more cookies
- Bake in the oven for 10 minutes
- Once cookies are baked, let cool for 2 minutes before placing a hershey kiss in the center
- Repeat steps with remaining dough
- Let cookie sit for 20 minutes to cool completely
I’m Melissa, the imaginative force behind Sparkles to Sprinkles, where creativity comes to life, and sprinkles of joy are scattered generously. Melissa is a proud Jersey girl who found love with a New York boy. As a mom to four wonderful boys and a few fur babies, her journey into the world of blogging began after making the life-changing decision to stay home and raise her children. Previously a dedicated workaholic, Melissa’s blog became her creative outlet and passion project. Inspired by her mother-in-law, a masterful cook renowned for her delicious home-cooked meals and legendary holiday feasts (think mouthwatering sausage stuffing), Melissa honed her culinary skills through a combination of family recipes and countless cooking classes. She often attended these classes with her son Michael, who shared her enthusiasm for cooking from a young age. Melissa’s love for learning extends beyond familiar cuisines, as she enjoys exploring international recipes in hands-on cooking classes. Her blog features a diverse array of recipes, showcasing her expertise with various kitchen appliances such as the Instant Pot, air fryer, Slow Cooker, Ninja Foodi, Instant Vortex Plus, and more. Join Melissa on her culinary adventures as she shares tried-and-true family favorites alongside exciting new discoveries!