Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies
Delightful red velvet crinkle cookies with a rich chocolate flavor and a beautiful, crackled surface, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp red food coloring
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup powdered sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together the granulated sugar and softened butter until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, red food coloring, and vanilla extract, mixing until fully integrated.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Use a cookie scoop to portion the dough and roll each piece into a ball, then roll in powdered sugar.
- Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the edges are set and centers are slightly soft.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For variations, add white chocolate chips or nuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 cookies
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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