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Red Velvet Oreos

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Red Velvet Oreos are a luxurious twist on the classic sandwich cookie, combining the rich, cocoa-infused flavor of red velvet with a tangy cream cheese filling. These homemade cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with flavor. Perfect for special occasions, holidays, or just when you’re craving something unique, these cookies are as visually stunning as they are delicious. If you’re a fan of red velvet or Oreos, this recipe is the best of both worlds!

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk

For the Cream Cheese Filling:

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar

Ingredient Highlights

  • Unsweetened Cocoa Powder: Adds the subtle chocolate flavor that’s signature to red velvet desserts.
  • Red Food Coloring: Provides the vibrant red hue that makes these cookies visually striking.
  • Buttermilk: Enhances the soft texture and gives a slight tang, complementing the cream cheese filling.
  • Cream Cheese: Key for the tangy, luscious filling that balances the sweetness of the cookies.

Instructions

Prepare the Cookie Dough:

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and red food coloring until fully incorporated.
  4. Combine Buttermilk and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Start and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined.
  5. Chill the Dough: Cover the dough and refrigerate for 30 minutes to make it easier to handle.

Bake the Cookies:

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  2. Shape the Cookies: Roll the chilled dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each. Flatten slightly with your fingers or the back of a spoon.
  3. Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are set around the edges. Let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling:

  1. Make the Filling: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until the mixture is thick but spreadable.

Assemble the Cookies:

  1. Add Filling: Spread or pipe about 1-2 tablespoons of cream cheese filling onto the flat side of one cookie.
  2. Sandwich: Top with another cookie, pressing gently to create a sandwich. Repeat with the remaining cookies and filling.

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