Description
Christmas Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies are the ultimate festive treat that brings the cherished flavors of red velvet cake into a delightful, chewy cookie form. Each cookie boasts a rich cocoa taste, soft center, and a snowy dusting of powdered sugar, making them an eye-catching addition to any holiday gathering. Simple to prepare and irresistibly delicious, these cookies will surely impress friends and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp red gel food coloring
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar for rolling
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- 3. In another bowl, mix granulated sugar and vegetable oil until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract and red food coloring.
- 4. Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet until just mixed. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for about an hour.
- 5. Roll tablespoon-sized balls of dough in powdered sugar and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- 6. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg