These crumbly red velvet cookies are a drier and more elegant version of classic cookies: not chewy, not gummy, and not overly sweet.
Scented with vanilla, with chocolate buttons and an intense red color, they are perfect to enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee.
Thanks to their tone and simple shape, they also become an easy homemade idea for Valentine’s Day, with no need for decorations or glazes.
Really amazing, fragrant, and easy to make. Don’t waste time, read the list of ingredients and bake your crumbly red velvet cookies.
READ FAQ AND TIPS AT THE END OF THE RECIPE
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Low Cost
- Rest time: 15 Minutes
- Preparation time: 6 Minutes
- Portions: 15 Pieces
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Creative
- Seasonality: Mother's Day, Valentine's Day
Ingredients
- 1 egg (large)
- 2.1 oz granulated sugar
- 1.4 oz brown sugar
- 1/2 cup butter (soft)
- 1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp apple cider vinegar
- red food coloring (powdered)
- 3.5 oz chocolate chips (button type)
Tools
- Baking Mat
- Baking Tray perforated
- Food Scale
Steps
In a bowl, pour the sugars and soft butter; mash well with a fork to combine the two ingredients, then add the egg and apple cider vinegar (it helps set the color and is not detectable in the cookies) and mix well.
Add the sifted powders, vanilla, a pinch of salt, and the coloring.
Knead the ingredients, and finally, add the chocolate buttons and incorporate them into the mixture without overworking.
Form balls of about 1.4 oz each and place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper or a perforated baking mat. Transfer the tray to the fridge and preheat the oven to 320°F (fan) or 340°F (static). Bake for 10/12 minutes if fan-assisted or 12/14 minutes if static. Remove from the oven while still soft. Let them cool before moving.
Storage and Tips
Do not overbeat the butter: it should just be creamy. Overbeating would make the cookies less dry.
Do not overdo the coloring: the dark cocoa already helps intensify the color.
Chocolate buttons are preferable to chips because they release less fat and keep the cookie drier.
For an even more elegant version, you can add a pinch of sea salt flakes on the surface before baking.
These cookies store well in a tin box for 3–4 days, maintaining their crumbliness.
Also perfect as a homemade gift idea, especially around Valentine’s Day.
FAQ
Why add a drop of apple cider vinegar?
Apple cider vinegar serves to stabilize the red color and balance the dough. It is not detectable in taste and does not make the cookies acidic.
Can I use only brown sugar?
Yes, but it is advisable to keep a portion of granulated sugar so as not to make the cookies too moist. Increasing brown sugar would make them softer and less crumbly.
