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Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies – Soft, Fudgy, and Dusted in Sweet Snow

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Fudgy, soft red velvet crinkle cookies with a delicate cocoa flavor and snowy powdered sugar finish. A beautiful and delicious treat for holidays or anytime.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

  • 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder

  • 1 tsp baking powder

  • ¼ tsp salt

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened

  • ¾ cup granulated sugar

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1 tbsp buttermilk (or 1 tbsp milk + ½ tsp vinegar)

  • 1 tbsp red gel food coloring

  • ½ cup powdered sugar (for coating)

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy.

  • Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla, buttermilk, and red food coloring.

  • Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until combined.

  • Cover and chill dough for at least 2 hours.

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  • Roll chilled dough into tablespoon-sized balls. Coat generously in powdered sugar.

  • Place on baking sheet and bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are set.

  • Cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Notes

  • Chill dough overnight for deeper flavor.

  • Double-coat in granulated then powdered sugar for dramatic cracks.

  • Freeze dough balls for easy future baking.

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