Description
Delicious Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies with a rich cocoa flavor and a stunning red hue, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar for coating
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whisk the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl until well combined.
- Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
- Incorporate the egg, milk, red food coloring, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- Combine the flour mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
- Chill the dough wrapped in plastic for about 30 minutes.
- Scoop the dough and roll it into balls, coating each ball with powdered sugar.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but the center is soft.
- Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze for up to three months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg