Description
Indulge in the delightful contrast of tangy red velvet cookies and a gooey Nutella center. These cookies are perfect for celebrations or a special treat for yourself.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1/4 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Unsalted Butter, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 cup Brown Sugar, light
- 2 Large Eggs, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
- 1 tablespoon Red Food Coloring, gel
- 1/2 cup Buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon White Vinegar
- Nutella, for stuffing (about 1 tablespoon per cookie)
Instructions
- Prepare the Nutella Filling: Scoop out 1-tablespoon portions of Nutella onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Freeze until solid, at least 2-3 hours or overnight.
- Whisk Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add Eggs and Flavoring: Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and red gel food coloring until desired color is achieved.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: In a small bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and white vinegar. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three additions, alternating with the buttermilk mixture.
- Chill the Dough: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill the cookie dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Stuff and Shape the Cookies: Scoop about 2 tablespoons of cookie dough, flatten it, place one frozen Nutella ball in the center, wrap the dough around it, and roll into a ball.
- Bake the Cookies: Place the stuffed cookie dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie. Bake for 10-12 minutes.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 12 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: Ensure the Nutella is completely frozen before stuffing to prevent it from melting out during baking. Use gel food coloring for a vibrant red hue, and chill the dough for better texture.