Description
If you love rich, fudgy chocolate cookies with a crackly, powdered sugar coating, these Chocolate Crinkle Cookies are for you! They’re soft on the inside, slightly crisp on the outside, and have that signature crinkled look that makes them irresistible. Perfect for holiday baking or a sweet treat any time of the year!
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Ingredients
- Unsweetened Cocoa Powder (½ cup) – Creates a deep chocolate flavor.
- Granulated Sugar (1 cup) – Sweetens the cookies and helps with texture.
- Vegetable Oil (¼ cup) – Keeps the cookies moist and tender.
- Eggs (2 large) – Helps bind everything together.
- Vanilla Extract (1 tsp) – Enhances the chocolate flavor.
- All-Purpose Flour (1 cup) – The base of the cookies.
- Baking Powder (1 tsp) – Helps the cookies rise.
- Salt (¼ tsp) – Balances the sweetness.
- Powdered Sugar (½ cup, for rolling) – Creates the signature crinkle effect.
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and vegetable oil until combined.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until a thick dough forms.
- Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight). This step is crucial for creating the crinkle effect!
Step 2: Shape and Coat
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls.
- Roll each ball generously in powdered sugar, ensuring they’re fully coated.
Step 3: Bake to Perfection
- Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the tops are crinkled and the edges are set.
- Let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Chill the Dough – This prevents spreading and ensures thick, fudgy cookies.
- Generously Coat in Powdered Sugar – The more, the better for a dramatic crinkle look!
- Don’t Overbake – They should look soft in the center when you take them out.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (+2 hours chilling)
- Cook Time: 10–12 minutes
- Cuisine: American