Decadent Velvet Cream Cheese Cookies
Indulge in the luxurious delight of Decadent Velvet Cream Cheese Cookies, inspired by a classic Paula Deen recipe. These cookies are incredibly rich and have a beautifully soft texture that melts in your mouth. The vibrant red color and creamy sweetness make them perfect for special occasions, holiday gatherings, or simply when you need to treat yourself. With their effortless preparation, they are bound to become a go-to recipe, but beware—they disappear quickly once they hit the table!
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Servings
107
Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
Cream Cheese
8 ounces (at room temperature)
Butter
1/2 cup (1 stick) (at room temperature)
Egg
1 (large)
Vanilla Extract
1 tablespoon (pure)
Red Velvet Cake Mix
1 (18 ounce) box
Confectioners' Sugar
to taste (for rolling and dusting)
Instructions
1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the room-temperature cream cheese and butter using an electric mixer on medium speed, until the mixture is creamy and smooth.
2
Incorporate the egg into the mixture, beating until fully combined and fluffy.
3
Add the vanilla extract and mix until well blended.
4
Slowly add the red velvet cake mix, mixing on low speed until just combined, creating a thick batter.
5
Cover the batter with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for the best results—it helps firm up the mixture for rolling.
6
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) when you are ready to bake the cookies.
7
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of chilled batter and roll them into balls using your hands.
8
Roll each ball in confectioner’s sugar until fully coated, providing a snowy exterior.
9
Place the sugar-coated balls on an ungreased cookie sheet, ensuring they are spaced about 2 inches apart.
10
Bake the cookies for approximately 12 minutes. They should appear soft and slightly gooey in the center once done.
11
Allow to cool completely on the pan before transferring them to a wire rack.
12
For an extra indulgent touch, consider topping the cooled cookies with a generous scoop of cream cheese frosting, such as Bev's Cream Cheese Frosting, enhanced with double the vanilla for intensified flavor.
Nutrition Information
5.3
Fat
13.3
Carbs
0.4
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Decadent Velvet Cream Cheese Cookies?
These are rich, soft-textured red velvet cookies made with a base of cream cheese and butter, resulting in a melt-in-your-mouth experience.
What is the inspiration behind this cookie recipe?
This recipe is inspired by a classic dessert creation from Paula Deen.
How many ingredients are required for this recipe?
There are 6 total ingredients: cream cheese, butter, egg, vanilla extract, red velvet cake mix, and confectioners' sugar.
Do the cream cheese and butter need to be room temperature?
Yes, both the cream cheese and butter should be at room temperature to ensure the mixture is creamy and smooth when blended.
What type of cake mix is used?
The recipe requires one 18-ounce box of red velvet cake mix.
How long should I chill the cookie batter?
The batter should be refrigerated for at least 2 hours, or overnight for the best results.
Why is it necessary to refrigerate the batter?
Refrigeration helps firm up the mixture, making it much easier to roll into balls without sticking to your hands.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How long do the cookies take to bake?
The cookies bake for approximately 12 minutes.
What is the texture of the cookies after baking?
They have a beautifully soft texture and should appear slightly gooey in the center when done.
How do I coat the cookies before baking?
Roll the chilled batter balls in confectioner’s sugar until they are fully coated for a snowy exterior.
Should I use a greased cookie sheet?
No, the instructions specify placing the cookies on an ungreased cookie sheet.
How far apart should I place the dough balls?
Place the sugar-coated balls about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
Can I add frosting to these cookies?
Yes, you can top the cooled cookies with a scoop of cream cheese frosting for extra indulgence.
How many calories are in one cookie?
Each cookie contains approximately 107 calories.
What is the fat content per cookie?
There are 5.3 grams of fat in each cookie.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
Each serving contains 13.3 grams of carbohydrates.
How much protein is in these cookies?
There is 0.4 grams of protein per cookie.
What size egg is recommended?
The recipe calls for one large egg.
How much butter is used?
The recipe requires 1/2 cup of butter, which is equivalent to one stick.
Is an electric mixer necessary?
Yes, an electric mixer is used on medium speed to combine the cream cheese and butter until smooth.
What is the recommended size for the cookie dough balls?
The dough should be scooped into tablespoon-sized portions.
When should I move the cookies to a wire rack?
Allow the cookies to cool completely on the baking pan before transferring them to a wire rack.
Can I use any vanilla extract?
The recipe suggests using one tablespoon of pure vanilla extract for the best flavor.
Are these cookies suitable for holidays?
Yes, their vibrant red color and snowy sugar coating make them perfect for Christmas or special occasions.
What should I do to intensify the frosting flavor?
You can enhance cream cheese frosting by doubling the amount of vanilla for a more intense flavor.
What speed should I use for mixing the cake mix?
Mix the red velvet cake mix on low speed until just combined.
How much cream cheese is needed?
You will need 8 ounces of cream cheese.
Is this a difficult recipe to prepare?
No, it is described as having effortless preparation and is considered an easy baking project.
Can I use the cake mix directly from the box?
Yes, the cake mix is added directly to the creamed mixture without needing to follow the box instructions.