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Green Velvet Cookies

Green Velvet Cookies
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These Green Velvet Cookies are a festive twist on classic red velvet ; soft, rich, and topped with tangy cream cheese frosting. Vibrant green color, cocoa undertones, and buttery texture make them perfect for St. Patrick’s Day, spring parties, or any time you want a dessert that wows both kids and adults.

Ingredients

For the Cookies:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar

• 2 large eggs, room temperature

• 2 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 tbsp green food coloring (gel preferred)

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

• 1 tsp baking soda

• 1/2 tsp baking powder

• 1/2 tsp salt

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened

• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened

• 3 cups powdered sugar, sifted

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Smart Substitutions:

• Use spinach or matcha powder for natural coloring

• Substitute coconut oil and vegan cream cheese for dairy-free option

• Replace half butter with Greek yogurt for lighter cookies

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.

2. Cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar for 3–4 minutes until light and fluffy.

3. Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.

4. Add green food coloring gradually until desired shade is reached.

5. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

6. Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.

7. Scoop 1.5-inch dough balls and place on baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.

8. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are set and centers soft.

9. Cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

10. Prepare frosting by beating cream cheese and butter until smooth.

11. Add powdered sugar gradually, mixing until fluffy, then add vanilla.

12. Frost cooled cookies generously using an offset spatula.

13. Optional: Decorate with sprinkles or edible glitter for extra flair.

Notes

• Always use room temperature butter, eggs, and cream cheese for best texture.

• Avoid overbaking, cookies continue to cook on the hot pan.

• Chill dough for 15 minutes if cookies spread too much.

• For natural coloring, blend fresh spinach juice or use matcha powder.

• Store frosted cookies in fridge up to 5 days; unfrosted cookies at room temperature for 1 week.

• Freeze unfrosted cookies up to 3 months; frost after thawing for best texture.

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Keywords: green velvet cookies, st patrick's day cookies, cream cheese frosting, festive cookies, cocoa cookies, colorful desserts

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