Description
These Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies are soft, chewy, and rich with cocoa flavor — coated in powdered sugar for that classic crinkle look. Perfectly festive and absolutely irresistible for holidays, Valentine’s Day, or any sweet occasion!
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp white vinegar
1 tbsp red food coloring
1/2 cup powdered sugar (for coating)
Instructions
1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4. Mix in vanilla extract, vinegar, and red food coloring until evenly combined.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
6. Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (this helps create the crinkle texture).
7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
8. Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough and roll each in powdered sugar until fully coated.
9. Place on the baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
10. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until cookies have puffed up and cracked on top.
11. Cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Chill the dough well — this ensures the cookies keep their shape and get that beautiful crinkle look.
Use gel food coloring for a more vibrant red hue.
Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 12 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Red velvet crinkle cookies, red velvet cookies, holiday baking, chewy cookies, easy desserts
