Description
These Christmas Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies are festive treats that combine rich cocoa and sweet vanilla, perfect for holiday celebrations and joyful gatherings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 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 tbsp red food coloring
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar, for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each, then stir in vanilla and food coloring.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined and no flour streaks remain.
- Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Scoop and roll the dough into 1-inch balls, then coat in powdered sugar.
- Place on the baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers are soft.
- Cool on baking sheets for 3-5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Chilling the dough is important for preventing spreading during baking.
Use room temperature ingredients for better incorporation and texture.
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg