Red Velvet Shortbread Cookies with Cheesecake Filling

Red Velvet Shortbread Cookies with Cheesecake Filling are a Valentine’s Day treat your sweetheart will love.

These cookies take the flavor of a red velvet cupcake, and put it into a cookie. The shortbread is buttery and sweet with a hint of cocoa taste. 

INGREDIENTS

– Butter – Sugar – Vanilla – Flour

Whip the butter in the bowl of an electric mixer. Add the powdered sugar, and once combined add the vanilla. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as necessary.

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Next, add the semolina. Then add the flour 1/2 cup at a time, waiting for it to be fully mixed before adding more.

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Lastly, add the cocoa powder and the red food coloring.

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Divide the dough into two round flat discs, cover with plastic wrap, and place in the fridge for 45 minutes.

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