Craving something sweet but don’t want to make a whole batch of cookies? These red velvet cookies are the perfect small-batch treat! They’re soft, chewy, and bursting with that classic red velvet flavor, complete with creamy white chocolate chunks. Whether you’re making them for Valentine’s Day, date night, or just a cozy evening in, this recipe is quick, easy, and totally irresistible. Plus, they’re made with simple pantry ingredients—no need to run to the store!

Why You’ll Love This Red Velvet Cookie Recipe
White Chocolate Perfection: The creamy white chocolate chunks add just the right amount of sweetness to complement the cocoa-rich dough.
Perfect for Two: This recipe makes just the right amount of cookies, so you don’t have to worry about leftovers (or, let’s be real, eating an entire dozen in one sitting).
Soft & Chewy Texture: Thanks to the perfect balance of butter and brown sugar, these cookies stay incredibly soft and delicious.
No Chill Time Required: Unlike some cookie recipes, you don’t have to wait around for the dough to chill—just mix, bake, and enjoy!
Classic Red Velvet Flavor: A hint of cocoa powder, vanilla, and that signature red color make these cookies a true red velvet dream.
The Perfect, Easy, Valentine’s Day Dessert
Red velvet isn’t just a flavor—it’s a feeling. There’s something about that rich cocoa taste, the hint of vanilla, and the creamy white chocolate that makes every bite feel like a little celebration. Whether you’re baking these for someone special or just treating yourself (because self-love is important too!), these cookies bring a touch of romance to any occasion. Think of them as the edible version of a love note—sweet, heartfelt, and guaranteed to make someone smile.
Ingredients for Red Velvet Cookies
If you want to make the best red velvet cookies, make sure you have the following ingredients:
- 1 egg yolk
- 3 tbsp salted butter, softened
- 5 tbsp brown sugar
- 8 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- 4 tbsp white chocolate
- Red food coloring
How to Make Red Velvet Cookies
- Preheat & Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Make the Chocolate Hearts: This is optional, but if you want to make chocolate hearts, melt your white chocolate chips in the microwave by heating them in 30-second intervals. Pour the chocolate into a heart-shaped silicone mold, and let it cool in the freezer for 10 minutes.
- Cream the Butter & Sugar: In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add the Wet Ingredients: Mix in the egg yolk, vanilla extract, and a few drops of red food coloring until well combined.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder.
- Combine: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until a soft dough forms, using your hands to gently mix the dough. Then, either (1) fold in the white chocolate chips before rolling the dough into two balls, or (2) roll the dough and then add the heart-shaped chocolate to the center of each ball.
- Bake: Place the dough on a parchment lined baking sheet. Bake for 15-17 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft.
- Cool & Enjoy: Let the red velvet cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Enjoy warm with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee!
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If you somehow have leftovers (unlikely!), store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Definitely! If you want more cookies, just double the ingredients and follow the same instructions.

Red Velvet Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 egg yolk
- 3 tbsp salted butter softened
- 5 tbsp brown sugar
- 8 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- 4 tbsp white chocolate
- Red food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Make the Chocolate Hearts: This is optional, but if you want to make chocolate hearts, melt your white chocolate chips in the microwave by heating them in 30-second intervals. Pour the chocolate into a heart-shaped silicone mould, and let it cool in the freezer for 10 minutes.
- Cream the Butter & Sugar: In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add the Wet Ingredients: Mix in the egg yolk, vanilla extract, and a few drops of red food coloring until well combined.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder.
- Combine: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until a soft dough forms, using your hands to gently mix the dough. Then, either (1) fold in the white chocolate chips before rolling the dough into two balls, or (2) roll the dough and then add the heart-shaped chocolate to the center of each ball.
- Bake: Place the dough on a parchment lined baking sheet. Bake for 15-17 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft.
- Cool & Enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Enjoy warm with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee!
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