Description
Chewy chocolate crinkle cookies deliver pure winter wonderland magic with powdered sugar-dusted chocolate perfection. Rich cocoa and delicate crackled edges invite you to savor each delightful, melt-in-your-mouth bite of sweet indulgence.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 cups white sugar
- 4 large eggs
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup butter, softened
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Dry Ingredients:
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Thoroughly blend cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl, ensuring even distribution for uniform cookie texture.
- Cream butter, sugar, and vanilla with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Incorporate eggs individually, mixing briefly after each addition to maintain a smooth, cohesive batter.
- Gently fold dry ingredients into wet mixture on low speed, stirring just until combined to prevent tough cookie texture.
- Refrigerate dough for 2-3 hours to allow flavors to meld and facilitate easier shaping.
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll chilled dough into small spheres, then generously coat each ball in powdered sugar for signature crinkle appearance.
- Arrange cookie balls 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets to allow proper spreading during baking.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain slightly soft, creating a chewy interior.
- Remove from oven and let cookies cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire rack.
- Allow cookies to cool completely, during which the powdered sugar coating will develop distinctive crackled surface.
Notes
- Chill dough thoroughly for at least 2 hours to prevent spreading and enhance rich chocolate flavor during baking.
- Roll cookie balls in powdered sugar generously before baking to create signature crackled exterior and prevent sticking.
- Use high-quality cocoa powder for deeper, more intense chocolate taste that elevates the entire cookie experience.
- Consider dairy-free alternatives like coconut oil or vegan butter to make recipe suitable for plant-based diets without compromising texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg