Description
Delightful Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies that combine rich chocolate flavor with a vibrant red color, perfect for family gatherings and celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon red gel food coloring
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for coating)
Instructions
- Whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, vanilla extract, and red food coloring to the mixture, beating until smooth.
- Mix in the dry ingredients until just combined, stirring gently.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Scoop the chilled dough into tablespoon-sized balls.
- Roll each ball generously in powdered sugar.
- Place the coated balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are set and centers are slightly soft.
- Cool the cookies on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
For an extra kick of flavor, consider adding a bit more vanilla extract. You can also add chocolate chips to the dough before baking for a delightful surprise.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 cookies
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg