Description
This recipe delivers a soft, fudgy center with an irresistible cookie crunch, guiding bakers step-by-step to achieve the signature crackled top. Ideal for festive gatherings or simple indulgence, these chocolate crinkle cookies balance rich flavor and texture.
Ingredients
Instructions
1. Whisk together granulated sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and glossy
2. Sift together all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl
3. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined without overmixing
4. Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results
5. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking trays with parchment paper
6. Scoop dough into 1 to 1.5 tablespoon portions and roll each piece generously in powdered sugar
7. Place the coated dough balls 2 inches apart on the prepared trays
8. Bake for 10–12 minutes until the tops crack and edges are set, then cool on the tray for 2–3 minutes before transferring to a wire rack
- Prep Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: american
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 4
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 16
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 1
- Cholesterol: 15
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