Valentine Crinkle Cookies ❤️

A soft, crinkly, melt-in-your-mouth cookie that looks like pure romance.

These Valentine Crinkle Cookies are everything a sweet moment should be — soft, chewy, slightly fudgy inside, and coated in a snowy layer of powdered sugar that “crinkles” beautifully as they bake.
Perfect for gifting, date nights, family treats, or filling your home with a little love.

✨ Ingredients (Makes 18–24 Cookies)

Dry Ingredients

1 ⅓ cups all-purpose flour

½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1 teaspoon baking powder

¼ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

1 cup granulated sugar

½ cup vegetable oil

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For Coating

• ½ cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
• Optional: 2–3 tablespoons granulated sugar (helps the powdered sugar stick better)

For a Valentine Twist

• ½ teaspoon strawberry extract (optional)
• Pink or red gel food coloring (optional)

❤️ Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Mix the Wet Ingredients

In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and glossy.
If using, add the strawberry extract and food coloring here.

2. Combine Dry Ingredients

In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.

3. Bring It Together

Add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined.
The dough will be soft and sticky — that’s perfect.

4. Chill the Dough

Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or 2 hours for best results).
This helps form the perfect crinkle texture.

5. Roll in Sugar

Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough.
Roll first in granulated sugar (optional but recommended).
Then roll generously in powdered sugar.

6. Bake

Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–12 minutes.
They should look slightly underbaked — they will continue to set as they cool.

🍪 Serving Suggestions

• Serve warm with hot chocolate or a latte
• Add them to a Valentine’s cookie box
• Sandwich two cookies with vanilla or strawberry frosting
• Dip half the cookie in melted white chocolate and sprinkle with pink sugar

💡 Tips for Perfect Crinkles

• Chill the dough well — it prevents spreading.
• Coat generously in powdered sugar for bold crinkles.
• Add a touch of pink gel coloring to make the inside uniquely festive.
• Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.