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    Urban Bliss Life » Blog » Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies

    Published: December 2, 2019 / Updated: January 11, 2022 by Marlynn Jayme Schotland · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies

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    These festive Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies are sweet, chewy holiday desserts. Perfect for Valentine's Day, Christmas cookie exchanges, holiday parties, and gift-giving!

    red velvet crinkle cookies on a plate

    The holiday baking season is here and I am so excited!

    Among some of my favorite baked goods to make and give this holiday season are decorated gingerbread cookies, oreo truffles and peppermint truffles, sugar ginger molasses cookies, and gingerbread loaves with peppermint cream cheese frosting.

    A fun and festive cookie recipe to add to the holiday baking sessions: red velvet crinkle cookies.

    What makes these Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies so special?

    Several Red Velvet Cookies on a plate

    I've made Lemon Crinkle Cookies using lemon cake mix before. So I wanted to try a similar recipe with red velvet cake mix for the holidays. I've made this a few times now, and it's a hit!

    These cookies are so tasty!! They're bright and colorful, and so much fun to eat -- and to give as gifts!

    Baking Tools and Equipment

    red velvet crinkle cookie dough and powdered sugar

    To make these Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies, you'll need:

    • Mixer - you'll need either a stand mixer or a hand mixer with large mixing bowl.
    • Baking sheet - I use half sheet baking sheets.
    • Parchment paper - line your baking sheets with parchment paper to keep the cookies from sticking to the baking sheet.

    Ingredients to make red velvet crinkle cookies

    red velvet crinkle cookie dough ball in powdered sugar
    • Red velvet cake mix - Use your favorite boxed (15-ounce box) of red velvet cake mix.
    • Eggs - take them out of the refrigerator about 20 minutes before you start baking. Room Temperature eggs incorporate more smoothly into the batter, making smoother, fluffier cookies!
    • Butter - Use unsalted butter
    • Lemon zest - adds some nice fresh acidity to the cookies!
    • Powdered sugar - I sift my powdered sugar for more even coating.

    How to make red velvet crinkle cookies

    • red velvet crinkle cookie dough
      mix the first four ingredients together
    • red velvet cookie dough and powdered sugar
      prepare a bowl of powdered sugar
    • red velvet cookie dough rolled in powdered sugar
      roll dough into balls and then roll in powdered sugar to coat
    • powdered sugar red velvet cookie dough
      place on a baking sheet covered with parchment paper
    • red velvet crinkle cookies read to be baked
      place about 2 inches apart, as cookies will spread
    • red velvet crinkle cookies on a baking sheet
      bake at 375°F for 8-9 minutes

    Making these holiday cookies is SO easy.

    In a large bowl, mix together the red velvet cake mix, eggs, melted butter, and lemon zest.

    Roll the dough into balls and then coat with powdered sugar.

    Bake at 375°F for 8-9 minutes. Allow too cool before enjoying.

    That's it! Super simple, right?

    Recipe FAQs

    Red Velvet Cookie close up
    Can I freeze these holiday cookies?

    These cookies will keep well in an airtight container at room temperature for about 3-5 days.

    You can also freeze them for up to three months in a freezer-safe container. Freeze them in single layers with parchment paper in-between each layer. Thaw at room temperature before serving.

    What exactly is red velvet flavor?

    Red velvet uses cocoa powder to create a chocolate flavor, but it also has some tanginess, typically brought on by the addition of buttermilk, white vinegar, and sometimes lemon juice or zest.

    Red Velvet Crinkle Cookie Recipe

    red velvet crinkle cookies

    "Just made these and they’re great — soft, tasty, easy and so festive! Can’t wait to put these in some cookie tins for homemade holiday gifts!"

    -Reader joy

    More holiday cookie & dessert recipes

    Making these as Christmas or winter holiday cookies? You might like these other holiday cookie recipes too:

    • Chewy Ginger Molasses Cookies
    • Chocolate Dipped Peppermint Shortbread Cookies
    • Chewy Chocolate Fudge Cookies
    • Cinnamon Spritz Cookies
    • Gingerbread Cake Roll

    More Valentine's Day dessert recipes

    Making these as Valentine's Day cookies? You might like these Valentine's Day cookie recipes as well:

    • Chocolate Dipped Madeleine Cookies
    • Valentine's Day OREO Pops
    • Decadent Vegan Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Frosting
    • Mini Citrus Bundt Cakes
    • Ombre Layer Cake

    plate of red velvet crinkle cookies

    Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies

    5 from 8 votes
    Prep Time: 15 mins
    Cook Time: 10 mins
    Total Time: 25 mins
    Recipe by Marlynn Schotland
    These holiday cookies are bright, festive, take only 5 ingredients, and are SO easy to make!
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    Ingredients

    • 1 box (15.25 oz) of Red Velvet Cake Mix
    • 2 eggs
    • ½ cup butter, melted and cooled to room temperature
    • 1 tbsp lemon zest
    • ½ cup powdered sugar

    Instructions

    • Place powdered sugar in a shallow bowI. Set aside.
    • In a large bowl, mix together the red velvet cake mix, eggs, melted butter, and lemon zest until just blended. Do not overmix.
    • Roll the dough into 1.5" - 2" balls and then roll to coat with powdered sugar. Place approximately 2 inches apart on a baking sheet covered with parchment paper (cookies will spread, so be sure not to overcrowd the pan.
    • Bake at 375°F for 8-9 minutes. Allow too cool before enjoying.

    Notes

    These cookies will keep well in an airtight container at room temperature for about 3-5 days.
    You can also freeze them for up to three months in a freezer-safe container. Freeze them in single layers with parchment paper in-between each layer. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
    Tried this recipe?Please leave a star rating and comment! Then snap a pic of your dish and share it on social media. Tag @UrbanBlissLife and #UrbanBlissLife!

    Nutrition information is a general estimate. Actual nutrition details may vary depending on the exact foods & brands you use to make this recipe. It does not take into account any substitutions, toppings, or optional ingredients.

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      1. Heather Robley says

        February 10, 2021 at 11:14 pm

        5 stars
        ...these cookies! i have never really been a fan of red velvet but these cookies changed my mind! super yummy and super easy!

        Reply
      2. Neha says

        December 03, 2019 at 9:35 am

        Red velvet cookies are a must bake for Holiday season. Yours look so pretty, going to try them very soon!

        Reply
      3. Megan Joy says

        December 02, 2019 at 11:52 pm

        5 stars
        Yum! These looks so yummy. And so simple maybe my little one could even help me make them :)

        Reply
      4. Erika says

        December 02, 2019 at 2:34 pm

        5 stars
        These are amazing! My daughter loves red velvet so these are perfect!

        Reply
      5. Catherine @ To & Fro Fam says

        December 02, 2019 at 1:24 pm

        5 stars
        These are just so pretty and oh my gosh, can I say that I LOVE that the recipe calls for cake mix? I'm going to cookie exchanges this year but am so busy I thought I'd have to buy cookies to share (for the 3rd year in a row). But I'm pretty sure I have time to make these! Thank you!!!!

        Reply
      6. Anita says

        December 02, 2019 at 1:18 pm

        5 stars
        This is a great way to bake crinkle cookies from a box of cake mix. :)

        Reply
      7. Justine says

        December 02, 2019 at 1:14 pm

        5 stars
        Crinkle cookies are so fun to make and easy enough for my young kids to help with! Red velvet is perfect for Christmas!

        Reply

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