Description

These red velvet crinkle cookies are soft, fudgy, and packed with creamy white chocolate chips. Their vibrant red color and crackly powdered sugar coating make them a festive, crowd-pleasing treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs, room temperature
1/4 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons red gel food coloring
1 cup white chocolate chips
1/2 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar with a hand mixer until pale and fluffy (2-3 minutes).
Beat in eggs one at a time, then add buttermilk, vanilla extract, white vinegar, and red gel food coloring. Mix until well combined.
Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined.
Fold in white chocolate chips with a spatula. Dough will be soft and slightly sticky.
Optional: Chill dough in the fridge for 30 minutes for thicker cookies.
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and coat generously in powdered sugar.
Place balls 2 inches apart on baking sheets. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set and tops are crackled but centers are still soft.
Let cookies rest on baking sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For best crinkle effect, roll dough balls generously in powdered sugar. Chill dough for thicker cookies, especially in warm kitchens. You can substitute gluten-free flour or vegan ingredients as needed. Cookies freeze well for up to 2 months.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 120
Sugar: 10
Sodium: 60
Fat: 6
Saturated Fat: 3.5
Carbohydrates: 16
Fiber: 1
Protein: 2

Keywords: red velvet, crinkle cookies, white chocolate chips, holiday cookies, easy dessert, baking, Christmas cookies, Valentine's Day, potluck, kid-friendly