Description
Delightful Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies that balance chewy and soft textures with vibrant red color, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- ½ cup powdered sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and red food coloring, and mix until combined.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, folding gently.
- Cover the dough and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
- Scoop the dough into balls and roll in powdered sugar before placing on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are set but the centers remain soft.
- Allow to cool before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding cream cheese centers or chopped nuts. Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for better blending.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: red velvet, crinkle cookies, baking, dessert, festive treats