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Fudgy Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies

Fudgy Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies: Irresistibly Chewy Delight

Fudgy Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies are an irresistible dessert with a chewy texture and vibrant red color, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 160

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour can substitute with cake flour
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder ensure it's fresh
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
For Sweetness
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar can reduce amount
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
For Binding and Moisture
  • 2 large Eggs room temperature
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil can substitute with melted butter
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese
For Flavor and Color
  • 1 tablespoon Red Food Coloring can use beet juice
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
For Coating
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar for rolling dough balls

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • cookie scoop
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
    Fudgy Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
    Fudgy Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies
  3. In a large bowl, combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, red food coloring, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
    Fudgy Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until fully combined.
    Fudgy Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies
  5. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and chill it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
    Fudgy Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies
  6. Once chilled, scoop the dough and roll into balls, then coat with powdered sugar.
    Fudgy Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies
  7. Place the sugar-coated dough balls on baking sheets and bake for 10 to 12 minutes.
    Fudgy Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies
  8. Let the cookies cool on the sheets for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
    Fudgy Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 60IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.7mg

Notes

Ensure to follow the tips for best results, including using room temperature eggs and chilling the dough.

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