Delicious Red Velvet Cookie Love Notes for Valentine's Day

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and what better way to express your love than with a batch of Red Velvet Cookie Love Notes? These cookies are not only beautifully festive with their vibrant color but also incredibly delicious, making them the perfect treat for your special someone.

Imagine the joy on your loved one’s face when they receive these soft and chewy Valentine’s cookies, each one resembling a sweet love note. The combination of rich cocoa and a hint of vanilla gives these cookies a unique flavor that is simply irresistible.

Perfect Treats for Your Valentine

A plate filled with red velvet cookies topped with cream cheese frosting, adorned with red sprinkles in a romantic setting.

These Red Velvet Cookie Love Notes are soft, rich, and slightly tangy, with a delightful cream cheese frosting that adds a luscious finish. They’re the ideal mix of sweet and tangy, ensuring that each bite is a treat to remember.

Ingredients

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1 large egg
1 tablespoon red food coloring
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
1 tablespoon milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy. Add in the egg, food coloring, and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Shape Cookies: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set. Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Prepare Frosting: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth. Add milk and vanilla extract to adjust the consistency.
Frost Cookies: Once the cookies are cool, frost the tops with the cream cheese frosting. Optionally, you can sprinkle with red sprinkles or edible glitter for a festive touch.