Get ready to delight your taste buds with these vibrant Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies! Perfectly soft and chewy, these cookies are a festive treat that everyone will love. Let's dive into making them!
Tips for Success
Make sure to measure your flour correctly for the best results. This part’s so satisfying when you see those beautiful crinkles!
Why You’ll Love Them
These cookies are not only visually stunning but also bursting with flavor. Trust me, you’ll love it!
Ingredients
- Dry Ingredients:
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Instructions
- Prepare the Dry Ingredients:
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Step 1- In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Make the Cookie Dough:
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Step 2- Heat the butter on the stovetop or in the microwave until melted. Add the brown sugar and white sugar to the hot butter and use a rubber spatula to stir until combined. Allow to cool to just warm before stirring in the eggs, one at a time. Stir in the milk, vanilla, and food coloring. Slowly mix in the flour mixture. Cover with plastic and refrigerate until firm enough to scoop without sticking, about 30 minutes or up to 1 day.
- Prepare to Bake:
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Step 3- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Shape the Cookies:
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Step 4- Using a medium spring-loaded cookie scoop, divide the dough into 1 1/2-tablespoon sized balls and drop onto prepared baking sheets. Pour powdered sugar into a medium bowl and roll the cookie dough balls in sugar two times, letting them sit in sugar between coatings.
- Bake the Cookies:
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Step 5- Place on prepared baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart. Bake until cookies have spread and coating is cracked, 12 to 14 minutes. Cool for 5 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely. Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Calories: 120, Fat: 5g, Carbs: 18g, Protein: 1.5g
Cooking techniques
Mixing and sifting ingredients carefully ensure a light texture. Refrigerating the dough helps prevent sticking and enhances the flavors.
Variations or substitutions
Try using different food coloring for a unique twist or substitute half of the cocoa powder with additional flour for a milder chocolate flavor.
Storage tips
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze the unbaked dough balls and bake straight from the freezer.
Notes
For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend!
