Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of baking with these Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies. Combining rich cocoa flavor with a hint of vanilla, these cookies are not only a feast for the eyes with their stunning crackled tops but also a treat for the taste buds. Perfect for festive gatherings or cozy nights at home, they bring a charming pop of color and flavor to any dessert table. With straightforward preparation steps, even novice bakers can whip up this sweet indulgence effortlessly. Gather your loved ones and enjoy the fun of rolling and decorating these cookies together!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then incorporate vanilla extract and red food coloring.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; the dough will be soft and slightly sticky.
- Chill the dough covered in plastic wrap for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Scoop chilled dough into 1-inch balls using a cookie scoop and roll in powdered sugar to coat completely.
- Place on prepared baking sheets with about 2 inches between each ball and bake for 10–12 minutes until set but still soft in the center.
- Allow cooling on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg