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red velvet crinkle cookies

Indulge in the rich, chocolatey flavor of red velvet crinkle cookies. These eye-catching cookies boast a soft and chewy texture, coated in a layer of powdered sugar for a sweet finish. Perfect for special occasions or a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 120 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 electric mixer or whisk
  • 1 spoon or spatula
  • 1 cookie sheet
  • 1 parchment paper
  • 1 measuring cups
  • 1 measuring spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring Adjust for desired shade.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar For coating.

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer or whisk until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Add the egg, red food coloring, and vanilla extract to the mixture, combining well.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  • Chill the dough in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes until slightly firm.
  • Roll the dough into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter), then roll each ball in powdered sugar until completely coated.
  • Place the dough balls on the prepared cookie sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set and the tops are slightly cracked.
  • Allow the cookies to cool on the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

You can adjust the amount of food coloring to achieve your desired shade of red.
These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Consider adding white chocolate chips or nuts for extra flavor and texture if desired.