Image for illustration onlyRed Velvet Cookies with Cream Cheese Icing
Cooking With KidsControlled oven heat develops an even texture while preserving the balance of the listed ingredients. In red velvet cookies with cream cheese icing, gluten-free flour, cocoa powder and bicarbonate of soda are brought together in the stated order so their textures remain controlled and the seasoning is distributed evenly.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Servings
- 24
- Difficulty
- Medium
Instructions
- 1In a large bowl, sift together the gluten-free flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- 2In a small bowl, mix the cornflour and water until the consistency is thin. Set aside.
- 3In a large bowl, beat the butter with 1 cup of sugar until creamy, about 1-2 minutes. Gradually add the cornflour mixture, vegetable milk, food coloring and then the vanilla extract until the mixture is uniform.
Nutrition
- Calories
- 579
- Protein
- 7.5g
- Carbs
- 71.6g
- Sugar
- 42.5g
Recommended Equipment & Products
Family cooking
Cooking With Kids
Simple ways children can join safely, with adult guidance.
Age 3-5
Small helper
- Mash soft ingredients
- Wash fruit and vegetables
Age 6-8
Kitchen explorer
- Stir a batter
- Measure simple ingredients
Chef tips
Use beetroot juice for a natural red hue instead of artificial coloring. Plant-based cream cheese can be used for a dairy-free option.
Culinary reasoning
Controlled oven heat develops an even texture while preserving the balance of the listed ingredients. In red velvet cookies with cream cheese icing, gluten-free flour, cocoa powder and bicarbonate of soda are brought together in the stated order so their textures remain controlled and the seasoning is distributed evenly.
