Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies
Delightful red velvet crinkle cookies with a rich chocolate flavor, soft interior, and crispy exterior dusted with powdered sugar.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
For Coating
- to taste Powdered sugar for rolling
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, mix the sugar and vegetable oil until combined.
- Add the eggs, vanilla extract, and red food coloring; mix until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until it’s all combined.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Baking
- Roll the chilled dough into balls and coat them in powdered sugar.
- Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Chill the dough well; this helps the cookies maintain their shape. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Don’t overbake the cookies; they should be soft in the center.