Description
Delight in the rich, velvety flavors of Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies, featuring a crispy exterior and a soft, moist interior, dusted with powdered sugar for a festive finish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk (or 1 cup milk + 1 tsp vinegar)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for coating)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix granulated sugar, oil, and eggs until combined. Stir in buttermilk and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture and mix until just combined.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate dough for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll tablespoon-sized balls of dough in powdered sugar until fully coated.
- Place on a lined baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are crinkled.
- Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Chill the dough to help the cookies hold their shape while baking. Use quality ingredients for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: cookies, dessert, red velvet, holiday treats, baking