Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies

If you love making cookies that are both easy and delicious, you will love these chewy red velvet crinkle cookies! Want to know the secret ingredient that makes these cookies so easy and irresistible? A box of your favorite red velvet cake mix! These cookies come together quickly and have the most perfect soft and chewy texture. 

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Whether you’re making these festive cookies at Christmas time, for a Valentine’s Day treat, or to satisfy your sweet tooth…these cookies are sure to impress! The deep red velvet color and the powered sugar coating make these the perfect cookie for the holidays! If you’re looking for other festive red velvet desserts, be sure to try our Red Velvet Brownies with Cream Cheese Frosting.

What are Crinkle Cookies?

If you’ve never had crinkle cookies before, you are in for a treat! These cookies are a little crispy on the edge, but soft and fudgy in the center and look like they have little crinkles on the top. These cookies are typically rolled in powdered sugar prior to baking and when the cookie is baked, the powdered sugar separates leaving what looks like cracks and crevices on the baked cookie…or crinkles!

You can absolutely make crinkle cookies from scratch, but I’ve found using cake mixes make the best crinkle cookies and so easy! You can use other flavors of cake mixes, like vanilla, chocolate and strawberry. The sky is the limit!

What You Will Need-Grocery List

• 1 Box Red Velvet Cake Mix
• All Purpose Flour
• Vegetable or canola oil
• Eggs
• Vanilla extract
• Powdered Sugar
• Parchment Paper
• Cookie Sheet
• Wire Rack

Step-by-step Instructions for Making the Cookies

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the red velvet cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, vanilla and all purpose flour with an electric hand mixer.  Mix on medium speed until all the ingredients are well incorporated and a thick dough forms.

3. Place the powdered sugar in a separate small bowl.

4. Take about a tablespoon of dough and roll it into 1-inch balls using your hands.

5. Roll the dough ball in the powdered sugar until it is fully coated. This will give the cookies their signature crinkle effect.

6. Place the coated dough ball onto the prepared baking sheet and repeat the process with the remaining dough, spacing the balls about 2 inches apart.

7. Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until they are set around the edges and slightly soft in the center.

8. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips for Achieving the Perfect Crinkle Cookies

To ensure your Cake Mix Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies turn out perfect every time, here are a few tips to keep in mind:

1. Use room temperature eggs: Bringing your eggs to room temperature before using them in the recipe will help them mix more easily and evenly into the dough, resulting in a better texture.

2. Don’t overmix the dough: Mix the ingredients just until they are combined. Overmixing can lead to tough cookies.

3. Chill the dough: If the dough feels too soft to handle, you can refrigerate it for 30 minutes to an hour before rolling it into balls. Chilled dough is easier to handle and holds its shape better during baking.

4. Adjust baking time: Keep an eye on the cookies while they bake. The baking time may vary depending on your oven and the size of the cookies. They should be set around the edges but still slightly soft in the center for a chewy texture.

With these tips in mind, you’ll be well on your way to creating the perfect batch of Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies.

Variations and Customizations for the Recipe

While the classicRed Velvet Crinkle Cookies are delicious on their own, there are plenty of ways to customize the recipe to suit your taste preferences. Here are a few ideas to get you started:

1. Add chocolate chips: Mix in a handful of white chocolate or milk chocolate chips into the dough for an extra burst of chocolatey goodness.

2. Drizzle with cream cheese icing: Once the cookies have cooled, drizzle them with a cream cheese icing for a tangy and creamy finish.

3. Make a sandwich cookie: Make a batch of buttercream or cream cheese icing and pipe icing on the bottom of one cookie. Then add another to the top creating what we always call a “double doozy”! 

4. Use different cake mix flavors: Experiment with different cake mix flavors, such as chocolate strawberry or lemon, to create unique and delicious cookies.

Feel free to get creative and make these cookies your own. The possibilities are endless!

Storing the Cookies

If you manage to resist devouring all the cookies in one sitting, you’ll be pleased to know that Cake Mix Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies can be stored for later enjoyment. To keep them fresh, follow these storage tips:

1. Store in an airtight container: Place the cookies in an airtight container to prevent them from becoming stale and to maintain their soft and chewy texture.

2. Keep at room temperature: The cookies can be stored at room temperature for up to 5 days. Avoid storing them in direct sunlight or in a humid environment, as this can affect their shelf life and quality.

3. Freeze for long-term storage: If you want to extend the shelf life of your cookies, you can freeze them in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw the cookies at room temperature before enjoying.

Whether you choose to enjoy your cookies immediately or save them for later, follow these storage guidelines to ensure they stay fresh and delicious.

Final Thoughts-This is One Recipe You’ll Want to Save!

Yay! You’ve just made the best and easiest red velvet crinkle cookies EVER! Now don’t forget to save this recipe for next time! You can print out the recipe card which I’ve included below or save this recipe to Pinterest. I’m sure this perfect red velvet brownie recipe will land a permanent spot in the family cookbook, just as it has in mine. I hope you love these brownies as much as we do! Enjoy!