Pink Velvet Cookie Recipe
These Pink Velvet Cookies are soft, chewy, and beautifully pink with a tender velvet-like texture, rich vanilla flavor, and creamy white chocolate chips. Perfect for Valentine’s Day, parties, gifting, or anytime you want bakery-style cookies at home.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- hand or stand mixer
- Measuring cups and spoons
- baking sheets
- parchment paper
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 0.5 tsp baking soda
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp pink food coloring (gel recommended)
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light, fluffy, and pale in color.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Add the pink food coloring and mix until evenly colored.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix just until combined.
- Gently fold in the white chocolate chips.
- Cover and refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes to prevent spreading.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Scoop dough into balls, place them 2 inches apart, and bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are set and centers are soft.
- Cool cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Use gel food coloring for vibrant color without affecting texture. Chill the dough to prevent spreading, and avoid overbaking to keep the centers soft and chewy.