Description
Soft, fudgy, and dusted with powdered sugar, Chocolate Crinkle Cookies are a classic treat that looks just as good as they taste! These rich, chocolatey cookies have a crackly exterior and a melt-in-your-mouth texture, making them perfect for holiday baking or whenever a chocolate craving strikes.
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Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a thick dough forms.
- Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight) to firm up.
Step 2: Shape and Coat
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Scoop the chilled dough into 1-inch balls and roll them in powdered sugar until fully coated.
- Place the balls on the baking sheet, about 2 inches apart.
Step 3: Bake and Cool
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the cookies puff up and develop cracks on top.
- Let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
- Chill the Dough: This prevents the cookies from spreading too much while baking.
- Roll Twice in Powdered Sugar: For extra contrast, coat the dough balls once, wait a minute, then roll again.
- Don’t Overbake: The cookies should look slightly underdone when removed—they will firm up as they cool.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (+ 2 hours chilling)
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Cuisine: American