Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies
Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies are delicious, soft, and so simple to make. They’re the perfect treat for any holiday party!
Looking for an easy, festive Christmas cookie recipe that’s perfect for holiday parties, cookie exchanges, and Christmas Eve desserts? Meet Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies. Made with a red velvet cake mix, this simple cookie recipe comes together quickly while still delivering that classic, soft, and chewy red velvet flavor everyone loves. Rolled in powdered sugar for the signature crinkle look, these cookies are as pretty as they are delicious, making them a go-to holiday dessert when you need something quick but impressive. If you’re looking for an easy red velvet cookie recipe, this crowd-pleasing treat is guaranteed to become a Christmas favorite.
RED VELVET CRINKLE COOKIES
The inside of these festive red velvet crinkle cookies bakes up soft, thick, and chewy, while the powdered sugar coating adds a delicate sweetness and beautiful crackled finish that melts in your mouth. Even better, this recipe couldn’t be easier, as it calls for a cake mix. With just three main ingredients, the dough comes together in minutes, no mixer required! From start to finish, you can have bakery-style red velvet cookies on the table in under 30 minutes, making them ideal for busy holiday baking, last-minute desserts, or anytime you want a quick and impressive treat with minimal effort.
Find all my expert tips on how to make the best homemade red velvet crinkle cookies below! Don’t forget to tag me in all of your creations @lifeinthelofthouse on Instagram and Facebook. Let’s stay connected. ❤️
Why You’ll Love This Red Velvet Crinkle Cookie Recipe:
- Quick & Easy-To-Make: This cake mix cookie recipe uses just a handful of simple ingredients and comes together in minutes. No mixer or chilling required.
- Classic Red Velvet: Lightly chocolatey with a hint of tang, this cookie delivers that signature red velvet taste everyone loves.
- Beautiful Crinkle Finish: Rolling the dough in powdered sugar creates the iconic crackled look, making these cookies perfect for holiday baking, parties, and cookie exchanges.
- Ready Fast: From prep to plate in under 30 minutes, these are ideal when you need a quick dessert recipe or last-minute treat for family night.
- Holiday Party Favorite: Whether for Christmas, Valentine’s Day, or anytime cravings strike, these easy homemade red velvet crinkle cookies disappear fast.
Ingredients
- 1 box (16 ounces) Red Velvet cake mix
- 2 large eggs
- 6 Tablespoons butter, melted
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375° F. Line 2 large cookie sheets with parchment paper or grease with non-stick spray.
In a large bowl, combine cake mix, eggs and melted butter. Stir with a wooden spoon until combined. Batter will be thick.
In a separate small bowl, stir together powdered sugar and cornstarch. Set aside.
Shape dough into 1 1/2 inch balls. Roll balls in sugar mixture. Place 2 inches apart on prepared cookie sheets.
Bake one pan at a time for 9 to 10 minutes or until edges are set. Cool completely before serving.
Serve and enjoy!
Servings
Yields: 20 red velvet crinkle cookies.
Storage and Reheating
Store fully cooled red velvet crinkle cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4-5 days, placing parchment paper between layers to prevent sticking and keep the powdered sugar coating fresh. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to 7 days or freeze baked cookies for up to 2 months; thaw at room temperature before serving. Dough balls can also be frozen (before rolling in powdered sugar) for up to 2 months, then thaw slightly, roll in sugar, and bake as directed. To reheat, microwave cookies for 8-10 seconds for a soft cookie. Don’t overheat.
Holly’s Tips for The Best Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies:
- Room-Temperature Is Best: Use room-temperature eggs to help create a smoother dough and evenly baked red velvet cookies.
- Stir Just Until Combined: Overmixing can make cake mix cookies dense instead of soft.
- Don’t Skip The Cornstarch: Mixing it with powdered sugar helps create the bakery-style crinkle finish as the red velvet cookies bake.
- Roll Generously In Powdered Sugar: A thick coating ensures the crinkle pattern stays bright and defined.
- Use Parchment Paper: It helps control spreading and creates perfectly shaped crinkled cookies every time.
- Bake One Pan At A Time: This promotes even baking and consistent cookie results.
- Slightly Underbake: Remove cookies when edges are set, but centers are soft for the best chewy texture.
- Allow Cookies To Cool Completely Before Serving or Storing: This prevents the powdered sugar from melting and losing its signature look.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Absolutely, the dough can be prepared in advance and refrigerated for up to 24 hours or frozen for longer storage. Roll in powdered sugar just before baking for best results.
For bold crinkles, roll the dough generously in powdered sugar mixed with cornstarch and avoid overbaking. The contrast between the moist dough and sugar coating creates the crackled look.
The cookies are ready when the edges are set and the centers look slightly soft. They will continue to firm up as they cool, resulting in a perfectly chewy cookie.
To make Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies dairy-free or vegan, start by using a dairy-free or vegan red velvet cake mix (many brands are naturally dairy-free; check the label). Replace the butter with plant-based butter or melted coconut oil in equal amounts. For a vegan version, swap the eggs for two flax eggs (2 tablespoons ground flaxseed mixed with 5 tablespoons water, rested for 5 minutes) or a commercial egg replacer. Be sure your powdered sugar is vegan-friendly, then prepare and bake the cookies as directed.
To make Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies gluten-free, simply use a certified gluten-free red velvet cake mix in place of the regular cake mix and double-check that all other ingredients, including powdered sugar and cornstarch, are labeled gluten-free to avoid cross-contamination. Prepare the dough exactly as written using the eggs, melted butter (or dairy-free alternative if needed), then roll in the powdered sugar mixture and bake as directed.
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Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 box (16 ounces) Red Velvet cake mix
- 2 large eggs
- 6 Tablespoons butter melted
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375° F. Line 2 large cookie sheets with parchment paper or grease with non-stick spray.
- In a large bowl, combine cake mix, eggs and melted butter. Stir with a wooden spoon until combined. Batter will be thick.
- In a separate small bowl, stir together powdered sugar and cornstarch. Set aside.
- Shape dough into 1 1/2 inch balls. Roll balls in sugar mixture. Place 2 inches apart on prepared cookie sheets.
- Bake one pan at a time for 9 to 10 minutes or until edges are set. Cool completely before serving.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
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Hi Holly 🙂 Me again – lol. Could I make these & freeze them for a couple of days or would the sugar on top go funky? My 2 yr old is having a cookies & milk birthday party on Sat & they’re on my list of cookies! Thanks for always replying so quick!
Hi Amy! Sorry, just now seeing your comment. I’m not sure how well these would freeze. I have not tried it yet. Sorry!!
I thought I’d give these a try. I’m in love!!!!!!!! I added 3/4 C white baking chips (Nestle brand). Heaven!!!!!! My new favorite cookie! I took a pic, but don’t see where I can upload that.
I’ve finally found a cookie I love more than chocolate chip! These are the best and my friends think they’re amazing! You can’t have just one!