Description
Chocolate crinkle cookies are soft, fudgy chocolate cookies rolled in powdered sugar that crack open as they bake, revealing a rich, brownie-like center. These are classic holiday favorites that come together easily and always impress.
Ingredients
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (or 4 oz melted baking chocolate)
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda (optional)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
3/4 cup granulated sugar or packed dark brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda (if using), and salt. Set aside.
2. In a large bowl, beat the sugar with oil or melted butter until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
3. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix on low speed until a thick, sticky dough forms.
4. Cover and refrigerate the dough for at least 2 hours, or up to overnight, until firm.
5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
6. Scoop out 1 tablespoon of dough, roll into balls, and coat generously in powdered sugar.
7. Place cookies on prepared sheets about 2 inches apart.
8. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the tops crack and edges are set. Centers should still look slightly soft.
9. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Chill the dough thoroughly so the cookies don’t spread too much and crack beautifully.
Roll each ball in a thick, even layer of powdered sugar for the best crinkle look.
Don’t overbake—remove from the oven when centers still look soft for a fudgy texture.
Try mixing in espresso powder or mini chocolate chips for even richer flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg