Star-Studded Red Velvet Cookies

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 1
Star-Studded Red Velvet Cookies with Dark Chocolate Chunks
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Prep

15 min

Cook

12 min

Ready In

27 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 cup low fat vanilla soymilk
1 teaspoon vinegar
1 tablespoon vanilla
1/2 cup canola oil or 1/2 cup melted coconut oil
1/2 tablespoon red gel food coloring ( or 1 tbsp liquid )
1 1/2 cups flour
1 cup kamut or 1 cup oat flour
3/4 cup sugar
3 tablespoons cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
4 1/2 ounces dark chocolate , cut into 20 chunks ( you can also use squares of bittersweet chocolate bar or large chocolate chunks )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
20
Calories
177
Sugar
12g
Fat
9g
These Star-Studded Red Velvet Cookies are a fun twist on a classic dessert, with bright red coloring and rich dark chocolate chunks throughout. The recipe incorporates low-fat soymilk to balance out the indulgence of the other ingredients, making them a slightly healthier option than traditional cookies. Whether enjoyed with a glass of milk or paired with a cup of coffee, these cookies are sure to be a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with the soymilk and vinegar until well combined, then add in the vanilla, canola oil, and red food coloring.
2.In a separate large bowl, whisk together the flour, kamut/oat flour, sugar, cocoa powder, and baking powder.
3.Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
4.Fold in the dark chocolate chunks.
5.Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
6.Using a cookie scoop, place dough balls onto the baking sheet and flatten into disks.
7.Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the cookies are cooked through and have a slight crackle on top.
8.Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes before enjoying!

PROS

These cookies are a perfect balance of rich chocolate and tangy red velvet, with melty chunks of dark chocolate in every bite.

They are also vegan and can be made gluten-free with the substitution of kamut for oat flour.

CONS

These cookies are a dessert and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

They are also high in sugar and should be avoided by those with sugar sensitivities.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While these cookies are not particularly healthy, they do contain low-fat soymilk which is a good source of protein and calcium.
Additionally, dark chocolate has been linked to a variety of health benefits including improved heart health and cognitive function.

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