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Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies

Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies

Quick and easy red velvet crinkle cookies that are a symphony of sweet, tangy, and slightly chocolatey flavors, all wrapped up in a gorgeous, crinkled package.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 17 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients:
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (1 stick)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
For Coating:
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
    1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1/4 teaspoon salt
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
    1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract. Then, add red food coloring and white vinegar. Mix well.
    1 large egg, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 tablespoon red food coloring, 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
    1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup packed brown sugar, 1 large egg, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 tablespoon red food coloring, 1 teaspoon white vinegar, 1/2 cup buttermilk
  5. Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours (or preferably overnight). This will prevent the dough from spreading too much while baking.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Roll the chilled dough into 1-inch balls. Roll each ball in powdered sugar, ensuring it's fully coated.
    1/2 cup powdered sugar
  8. Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops are slightly cracked.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Enjoy your delicious Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies!