Easy Red Velvet Bisquick Cookies (Quick & Chewy!)

These Easy Red Velvet Bisquick Cookies are a fantastic shortcut to delicious red velvet flavor! Using Bisquick baking mix makes these cookies incredibly simple and quick to whip up, resulting in a soft, chewy cookie with that classic red velvet taste and studded with sweet white chocolate chips. I love using Bisquick for hassle-free baking, and this recipe is perfect for Valentine's Day, Christmas, or anytime you're craving a fun and festive treat without a lot of fuss.

Why You'll Love These Red Velvet Bisquick Cookies

• Super Easy: Using Bisquick mix drastically cuts down on measuring and prep time!
• Soft and Chewy: These cookies have a wonderfully soft and chewy texture.
• Classic Red Velvet Flavor: Captures the beloved taste of red velvet cake in cookie form.
• Quick to Make: Perfect for when you need a delicious treat in a hurry.
• Festive Appearance: The beautiful red color makes them ideal for holidays and special occasions.

Ingredients for Red Velvet Bisquick Cookies

Here's what you'll need to make these easy cookies. The full list with measurements is in the recipe card below.

Main Ingredients

• Unsalted butter, room temperature (Fat)
• Light brown sugar (Sweetener)
• Vanilla extract (Flavoring)
• Large egg (Binder)
• Bisquick mix (Baking Mix) Specific brand implied by name
• Unsweetened cocoa powder (not Dutch processed) (Flavoring)
• Red or pink food coloring gels (Coloring)
• White chocolate chips, divided (Chocolate)

(Note: the full ingredients list, including measurements, is provided in the recipe card below.)

Variations

I love these Red Velvet Bisquick Cookies as is, but here are a few ideas for variations:

• Different Chips: Use regular chocolate chips, dark chocolate chips, or even butterscotch chips instead of white chocolate.
• Add Nuts: Stir in some chopped pecans or walnuts for added texture.
• Cream Cheese Frosting: Top the cooled cookies with a classic cream cheese frosting.
• Make them Sandwich Cookies: Sandwich two cooled cookies together with cream cheese frosting in the middle.
• Add Sprinkles: Mix some festive sprinkles into the dough.

How to Make Red Velvet Bisquick Cookies

Let me show you how incredibly simple it is to make these Easy Red Velvet Bisquick Cookies:

Prep Oven and Baking Sheet

1. I heat my oven to 350ºF (175°C).
2. I line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Cream Butter and Sugar

1. In a large bowl, I cream the room temperature butter and brown sugar together with an electric mixer on high speed for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.

Add Wet Ingredients

1. I mix in the vanilla extract and the large egg on low speed until just combined.

Add Dry Ingredients and Color

1. Then, I add the Bisquick mix and cocoa powder. I mix until combined. The mixture will be dry and crumbly to start, but I keep mixing, and it will come together like a smooth cookie dough.
2. Once mixed, I add in the red food coloring until the desired color has been reached.

Add Chocolate Chips

1. I fold in ¾ cup of the white chocolate chips using a spatula.

Scoop and Bake

1. Using a 1 ½-inch cookie scoop, I drop dough balls onto the prepared pan, leaving about 2 inches apart.
2. I bake for 8-10 minutes.

Finish and Cool

1. When the cookies come out of the oven, I add a few additional white chocolate chips to the top of each cookie if desired, pressing them gently into the warm cookie.
2. I let the cookies cool on the baking pan for 5 minutes.
3. Then, I move them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips and Tricks for the BEST Bisquick Cookies

Here are my secrets for making these cookies truly exceptional:

• Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure your butter and egg are at room temperature for proper creaming and mixing.
• Don't Overmix: Once the Bisquick and cocoa are added, mix just until combined. Overmixing can lead to tough cookies.
• Use Gel Food Coloring: Gel food coloring provides a more vibrant red color without adding too much extra liquid compared to liquid coloring.
• Don't Overbake: Pull the cookies from the oven when the edges are just set, and the centers still look slightly soft. They will continue to bake slightly on the hot pan.
• Add Extra Chips: Pressing a few extra white chocolate chips onto the warm cookies makes them look even more appealing!

How to Serve

These Red Velvet Bisquick Cookies are perfect for:

• Valentine's Day: Their red color makes them a lovely romantic treat.
• Christmas Cookie Platters: Add a festive pop of color to your holiday baking.
• Parties and Potlucks: Easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.
• Anytime Treat: A delicious cookie to enjoy with a glass of milk or coffee.

Serve at room temperature.

Make Ahead and Storage

You can make the cookie dough ahead of time and store it, well-wrapped, in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Let the dough soften slightly at room temperature before scooping and baking. Baked cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4-5 days.

FAQs about Red Velvet Bisquick Cookies

• Can I make these without Bisquick?
  • This recipe relies on the leavening and flour blend in Bisquick. You would need to find a standard red velvet cookie recipe that uses flour, baking soda/powder, and salt separately.
• Why are my cookies dry?
  • Overmixing the dough or overbaking the cookies can lead to dryness. Make sure to mix just until combined and bake until the edges are set.
• Can I use regular cocoa powder?
  • Yes, but unsweetened cocoa powder contributes to the classic red velvet flavor profile. Dutch-processed cocoa might alter the texture slightly due to its alkalinity interacting differently with the leavening agents in Bisquick.

Enjoy these incredibly easy, soft, chewy, and festive Red Velvet Bisquick Cookies! They're a perfect shortcut to a delicious treat.

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