How to Make the Perfect Red Velvet Crinkle Cookie Recipe
Delicious red velvet crinkle cookies perfect for any occasion. These soft, chewy treats will be the star of your dessert table.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour sifted
- 1 cup granulated sugar preferably caster sugar
- 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder for color and taste
- 0.5 teaspoons baking powder for leavening
- 0.25 teaspoons salt to balance sweetness
- 0.5 cups butter softened at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for flavor
- 2 large eggs at room temperature
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring to achieve red velvet color
- 0.5 cups powdered sugar for coating
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, followed by the vanilla extract and red food coloring.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and coat each ball with powdered sugar.
- Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes, or until cookies are set but still soft in the center.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week for freshness. Perfect with a cold glass of milk!