Pin It A classic holiday treat featuring a rich, fudgy chocolate center and a crackled, powdered sugar exterior. Soft and chewy with irresistible chocolate flavor—perfect for festive gatherings or cozy winter days.
This recipe reminds me of cozy winter afternoons baking with family, filling the home with a warm chocolate aroma.
Ingredients
- Dry Ingredients: 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup (45 g) unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Wet Ingredients: 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar, 1/4 cup (60 ml) vegetable oil, 2 large eggs, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- For Coating: 1/2 cup (60 g) powdered sugar
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- Step 2:
- In a large bowl, beat together granulated sugar and vegetable oil until well combined.
- Step 3:
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Step 4:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Step 5:
- Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
- Step 6:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Step 7:
- Scoop 1-tablespoon portions of dough and roll into balls.
- Step 8:
- Roll each ball generously in powdered sugar to coat.
- Step 9:
- Place on prepared baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.
- Step 10:
- Bake for 11–13 minutes, until cookies are puffed and crackled but still soft in the center.
- Step 11:
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Pin It Baking these cookies has always been a cherished tradition in our family, bringing everyone together during the holidays.
Notes
Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Pairs well with coffee, milk, or dessert wine.
Tools Needed
Mixing bowls, electric mixer or hand whisk, measuring cups and spoons, baking sheets, parchment paper, wire rack.
Allergen Information
Contains: Eggs, Wheat (Gluten). May contain traces of nuts or soy if using processed ingredients. Double-check labels if concerned.
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Recipe FAQs
- → How do I get the signature crackled surface?
Chilling the dough thoroughly before baking and rolling each portion in powdered sugar helps create the distinctive crackled appearance as it bakes.
- → Can I enhance the chocolate flavor?
Adding a pinch of espresso powder to the dry ingredients intensifies the chocolate notes without overpowering the sweetness.
- → What is the best way to store these treats?
Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days to maintain freshness and softness.
- → Are these suitable for a vegetarian diet?
Yes, the ingredients include no meat or gelatin, making them appropriate for a vegetarian lifestyle.
- → What texture can I expect from these cookies?
They offer a soft and chewy center with a delicate crackled exterior coated in powdered sugar for a sweet finish.
- → What tools do I need to prepare these treats?
Basic kitchen items like mixing bowls, an electric mixer or whisk, measuring cups, baking sheets lined with parchment paper, and a wire rack are needed.