Description
These Quick Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies are the perfect blend of festive charm and irresistible flavor. Soft, fudgy centers contrast beautifully with a powdered sugar coating that cracks just right in the oven. Whether you’re looking for quick breakfast ideas, easy dessert recipes, or fun holiday food ideas, these cookies deliver. They’re easy to whip up with pantry staples and make a stunning addition to your cookie tray. This easy recipe is ideal for anyone craving a bold red velvet flavor in a simple, no-fuss format.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon red food coloring
1/2 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
2. In a separate large bowl, whisk together sugar and oil until smooth.
3. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract and red food coloring.
4. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet, mixing until just combined.
5. Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight).
6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7. Roll chilled dough into tablespoon-sized balls.
8. Coat each dough ball generously in powdered sugar.
9. Place on baking sheet, 2 inches apart, and bake for 10–12 minutes.
10. Let cookies cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack.
Notes
For bold crinkles, coat each dough ball generously in powdered sugar.
Chilling the dough is essential for handling and perfect cookie shape.
Add white chocolate chips for extra richness and visual contrast.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg