Soft and chewy Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies with a crackly powdered sugar finish. Perfect for holidays, gifting, or a chocolatey red velvet treat.
1¼ cups all-purpose flour
2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt
¾ cup granulated sugar
⅓ cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp red food coloring (or to taste)
½ cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
In a bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate bowl, mix sugar, oil, eggs, vanilla, and food coloring until smooth.
Gradually stir in dry ingredients to form a sticky dough.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheet with parchment.
Scoop chilled dough, roll into balls, and coat generously in powdered sugar.
Place 2 inches apart on baking sheet. Bake 10–12 minutes until crinkled and soft in the center.
Cool 5 minutes on tray, then transfer to rack.
Chill dough thoroughly for best crinkle effect. Add mini chocolate chips for variation. Store airtight at room temp up to 5 days.