Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies

These Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies are simply divine They have a rich cocoa flavor with a hint of tanginess, thanks to the red food coloring. The crinkled exterior and soft interior make them a perfect treat for any occasion.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon red food coloring
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 350F 175C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper

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

In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until creamy and smooth

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition

Stir in the vanilla extract and red food coloring

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined

Cover the cookie dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours

Place the powdered sugar in a small bowl

Roll the chilled cookie dough into 1-inch balls, then coat each ball generously with powdered sugar

Arrange the coated cookie dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies have crinkled and set around the edges

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely

Serve and enjoy these divine Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies