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Chocolate Crinkle Cookie Recipe

Chocolate Crinkle Cookie Recipe


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  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 24 1x

Description

Chocolate crinkle cookies bring festive winter magic with powdered sugar-dusted chocolatey goodness. Crisp edges, fudgy centers, and a delightful visual appeal make these cookies irresistible for holiday gatherings and sweet moments you’ll cherish.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 1 cup unsweetened Dutch-processed cocoa powder
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

Liquid and Fat Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil or canola oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry and Finishing Ingredients:

  • 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2/3 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Prepare the oven environment by heating to 350°F and lining baking sheets with protective non-stick surfaces like silicone mats or parchment paper.
  2. Create a dry ingredient mixture by thoroughly whisking flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl to ensure even distribution.
  3. Craft a rich chocolate base by blending cocoa powder, granulated and brown sugars with oil until achieving a smooth, glossy consistency.
  4. Incorporate eggs individually into the chocolate mixture, stirring thoroughly after each addition to create a uniform texture. Infuse vanilla for enhanced depth of flavor.
  5. Gently fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture, combining until just incorporated. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30-45 minutes to enhance texture and flavor development.
  6. Shape the chilled dough into uniform 1¼-inch spheres, ensuring consistent size for even baking.
  7. Generously coat each dough ball in powdered sugar, creating a delicate white exterior that will crack beautifully during baking.
  8. Arrange sugar-coated balls on prepared baking sheets, spacing them approximately 2 inches apart to allow proper expansion.
  9. Bake for 10-11 minutes, watching for set edges and soft centers which indicate perfect chocolate cookie consistency.
  10. Allow cookies to rest on the baking sheet for 2 minutes to stabilize, then transfer to a wire rack for complete cooling and final texture development.

Notes

  • Chill the dough thoroughly to prevent spreading and ensure those signature crinkly edges that make these cookies irresistibly gorgeous.
  • Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the cookies tender and prevent a tough texture that can ruin the delicate crumb.
  • Use high-quality cocoa powder for a rich, deep chocolate flavor that elevates these cookies from good to absolutely spectacular.
  • For gluten-free options, swap regular flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend to make these cookies accessible to everyone with dietary restrictions.
  • Prep Time: 45 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: 6 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 22 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 25 mg