Chocolate Crinkle Cookies (Printable Version)

Soft, fudgy chocolate treats with a crackled sugar coating, ideal for holiday gatherings and cozy moments.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
04 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 1 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1/4 cup vegetable oil
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Coating

09 - 1/2 cup powdered sugar

# How To Make It:

01 - Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
02 - Beat granulated sugar and vegetable oil in a large bowl until well combined.
03 - Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
04 - Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
05 - Cover dough and refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm.
06 - Preheat oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
07 - Scoop 1-tablespoon portions of dough and roll into balls.
08 - Roll each dough ball generously in powdered sugar to coat completely.
09 - Place coated balls on prepared sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.
10 - Bake for 11 to 13 minutes until cookies are puffed and crackled but remain soft in the center.
11 - Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Rich fudgy chocolate center
  • Soft and chewy texture
02 -
  • Chill the dough thoroughly for pronounced crackles
  • Add a pinch of espresso powder for deeper chocolate flavor
03 -
  • Use fresh cocoa powder for richest flavor
  • Don't overbake to keep cookies soft
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