Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies
Soft, chewy, and vibrantly red, these Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies are a delightful treat for any occasion. Rolled in powdered sugar, they bake up with a signature crackled top and melt-in-your-mouth texture. Perfect for holidays, birthdays, or a cozy sweet snack, these cookies are easy to make, share, and enjoy fresh from your kitchen.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 Large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp red food coloring
- cup½ powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone mat.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, vanilla, and red food coloring; mix until combined.
- Fold in flour mixture until a soft dough forms. Chill dough 20–30 min if desired.
- Scoop dough into 1–1.5 inch balls and roll in powdered sugar.
- Place cookies 2 inches apart on baking sheet. Bake 10–12 min until edges are set but centers are soft.
- Cool 5 min on sheet, then transfer to a wire rack.