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Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies

Delightful Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies combine chocolate flavor with a beautiful red color, rolled in powdered sugar for a crinkly top. Perfect for holidays and special occasions.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Baking
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder Use high-quality cocoa for best flavor
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Softened for easier mixing
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring Adjust for desired color intensity
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Rolling
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar For coating cookies

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs, red food coloring, and vanilla extract until well mixed.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until combined.
  6. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
  7. Scoop tablespoons of dough and roll them into balls.
  8. Roll the balls in powdered sugar to coat.
  9. Place the rolled dough balls on a lined baking sheet, leaving space between them.
Baking
  1. Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, keeping an eye on them to prevent overbaking.
  2. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze them in a single layer, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag.