Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon

NYC Red Velvet Cookies

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star No reviews
  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes (optional)
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12-14 large cookies 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These NYC-style red velvet cookies are thick, chewy, and packed with a rich cocoa flavor. They have a soft, fudgy center, slightly crisp edges, and melty white chocolate chips throughout. Perfect for red velvet lovers!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/4 cups (250g) light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tbsp red food coloring (gel works best)
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups (315g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup (25g) cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 1 cup (175g) white chocolate chips

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, cream the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
  • Add the eggs, red food coloring, and vanilla extract, then mix until well combined.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cornstarch.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until just combined.
  • Fold in the white chocolate chips, ensuring an even distribution.
  • Scoop large cookie dough balls (about 3 tbsp each) onto the lined baking sheet, spacing them apart.
  • Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
  • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • For extra thick cookies, chill the dough for 30-60 minutes before baking.
  • Swap white chocolate chips for dark or milk chocolate if preferred.
  • If the cookies spread too much, shape them with a spoon while they’re warm.