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Snow-Capped Red Velvet Sugar Cookies Recipe

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These Snow-Capped Red Velvet Sugar Cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with classic red velvet flavor. Rolled in sugar for a slight crunch and topped with a luscious white chocolate snow cap, they become a festive treat perfect for holiday celebrations or any special occasion.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature (113g)
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar (133g)
  • 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar (66g)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature (56g)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (5g)
  • 1 tsp red gel food coloring
  • 2 cups + 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour (270g)
  • 1 Tbsp unsweetened baking cocoa, sifted if lumpy (6g)
  • 1 tsp baking soda (6g)
  • 1/4 tsp fine salt (2g)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar for rolling – optional (50g)

White Chocolate Snow Cap

  • 1 cup good quality white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate, melted (175g)
  • 1 Tbsp Christmas nonpareil sprinkles – optional

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheets: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two large cookie sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent sticking.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar using an electric hand mixer or stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. Beat on medium-high speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
  3. Add Egg, Vanilla, and Food Coloring: Mix in the egg, vanilla extract, and red gel food coloring on medium speed until combined. Scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl with a rubber spatula to ensure everything is well incorporated.
  4. Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt to the wet ingredients on low speed. Mix just until combined; the dough should be thick and hold together well.
  5. Scoop Dough Balls: Using a 1 1/2 Tbsp cookie scoop or a large spoon, portion out about 21 dough balls. Roll each ball in granulated sugar if desired for a slight crunch on the outside.
  6. Arrange and Bake: Place the sugar-coated dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 9 minutes, or until the cookies appear set in the center.
  7. Optional Flattening: While still warm, gently press each cookie with the bottom of a metal measuring cup or glass to flatten slightly for chewier centers. This step is optional.
  8. Cool Cookies: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Prepare White Chocolate: Melt the white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate until smooth.
  10. Dip Cookies: Dip about one-third of each cooled cookie into the melted white chocolate. Allow any excess chocolate to drip off, then scrape the bottom edge against the bowl to avoid pooling.
  11. Decorate and Set: Place the dipped cookies on parchment paper or silicone mats to let the white chocolate set at room temperature for about 30 minutes. Optionally, add Christmas nonpareil sprinkles along the edge of the white chocolate before it sets.
  12. Serve and Enjoy: Once the white chocolate is firm, your festive Snow-Capped Red Velvet Sugar Cookies are ready to be enjoyed!

Notes

  • For best results, measure flour properly by fluffing, spooning into the measuring cup, and leveling with a knife to avoid using too much flour.
  • Use room temperature ingredients to ensure even mixing and better texture.
  • Rolling the dough balls in sugar before baking adds a delicate crunch to the cookie exterior but can be omitted.
  • Pressing the cookies while warm gives a chewier center, which is optional based on preference.
  • Use good quality white chocolate for the snow cap to ensure smooth melting and a delicious finish.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
  • For faster setting of the white chocolate, you may refrigerate the cookies after dipping, but avoid condensation by bringing back to room temperature before serving.

Keywords: red velvet cookies, sugar cookies, white chocolate cookies, holiday cookies, festive cookies, chewy cookies, red velvet dessert

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