Get ready to transform your kitchen into a bakery of dreams with these show-stopping Chocolate Chip Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies! Imagine biting into a cookie that's simultaneously rich, chocolatey, and visually stunning - with a dramatic crackled exterior dusted in powdered sugar and a soft, decadent interior studded with melty chocolate chips. These aren't just cookies; they're an experience that will make your taste buds dance and your Instagram followers swoon!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 32 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- Powdered sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper. This will prevent the cookies from sticking and make for easier cleanup.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes using an electric mixer on medium speed.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, incorporate the red food coloring and vanilla extract, ensuring everything is well combined and the mixture is a vibrant red color.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. This helps to evenly distribute the dry ingredients and avoid clumps.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can affect the texture of the cookies.
- Fold in the chocolate chips using a spatula or wooden spoon, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion out the dough and roll each piece into a ball. The dough may be slightly sticky, so you can lightly flour your hands if needed.
- Roll each dough ball in powdered sugar until fully coated. This will create the crinkle effect once the cookies bake.
- Place the powdered sugar-coated dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft. The cookies will continue to firm up as they cool.
- Remove the baking sheets from the oven and let the cookies cool on the sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, enjoy your delicious Chocolate Chip Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!
Tips
- Temperature Matters: Ensure your butter is at room temperature for the smoothest, most well-incorporated dough.
- Don't Overmix: Mix your wet and dry ingredients just until combined to keep the cookies tender and soft.
- Chill Option: If your dough feels too soft, refrigerate it for 30 minutes before rolling to make handling easier.
- Powdered Sugar Technique: For the most dramatic crinkle effect, generously coat each dough ball and don't be shy with the powdered sugar.
- Baking Precision: Watch your cookies closely - they should look slightly underbaked when you remove them, as they'll continue cooking on the hot baking sheet.
- Storage Tip: Store in an airtight container with a piece of bread to keep them soft for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 220kcal
Carbohydrates: 28g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 35mg
