Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies
Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies are a delightful twist on classic red velvet cake, combining rich cocoa flavor and a vibrant crimson hue. These soft, chewy cookies are rolled in powdered sugar before baking, resulting in an enchanting crinkled appearance that’s as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate. Perfect for any occasion, they’ll impress your friends and family with their sweet aroma and irresistible taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar for coating
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix granulated sugar and brown sugar with vegetable oil until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract and red food coloring. Beat until well combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until fully incorporated into a thick dough.
- Scoop tablespoons of dough and roll into balls. Coat each ball generously in powdered sugar.
- Place coated dough balls on prepared baking sheets about two inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until slightly puffed but soft in the center. Allow cookies to cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg