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Crumbl Copycat Red Velvet Cookies

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Indulge in the rich, velvety goodness of Crumbl Copycat Red Velvet Cookies. These soft and moist cookies are topped with a luscious swirl of cream cheese frosting and sprinkled with red velvet crumbs for an irresistible treat. Perfect for any occasion, they capture the essence of classic red velvet cake in cookie form. Treat yourself or impress your friends with this delightful dessert!

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (113g)
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar (70g)
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed (50g)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vinegar
  • 1–2 tsp red gel food color
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (163g)
  • 2 tbsp natural cocoa powder (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter, softened (85g) for frosting
  • 6 oz cream cheese, room temperature (170g)
  • 1 cup icing sugar, sifted
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract for frosting

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Add the egg, vinegar, red food color, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
  3. Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gently fold until just combined; avoid overmixing.
  4. Refrigerate the dough for 15–20 minutes to firm up.
  5. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
  6. Divide the dough into five balls (about 1/3 cup each), gentle press to flatten slightly, and place on the prepared cookie sheet with at least a 3-inch gap between them.
  7. Bake for 10–11 minutes; let cookies cool completely.
  8. For frosting: whisk together cream cheese and butter until creamy. Gradually mix in icing sugar and vanilla until smooth.
  9. Pipe frosting onto cooled cookies in swirls and decorate with crushed cookie crumbs.

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