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chocolate crinkle cookies recipe

Chocolate crinkle cookies are deliciously fudgy and have a beautiful cracked appearance, thanks to the powdered sugar coating on the outside. These cookies are sure to delight cookie lovers and are perfect for any occasion, from holiday gatherings to casual tea time.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 100 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 mixing bowls
  • 1 electric mixer or whisk
  • 1 rubber spatula
  • 2 baking sheets
  • 1 parchment paper (optional)
  • 1 cookie scoop or tablespoon
  • 1 cooling rack

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup powdered sugar For rolling

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper if desired.
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and softened butter together using an electric mixer until creamy.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. The dough will be thick and sticky.
  • Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes (this helps the cookies hold their shape).
  • Once chilled, use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to portion out the dough. Roll each portion into a ball.
  • Roll each ball in powdered sugar to coat completely.
  • Place the coated cookie dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spaced about 2 inches apart.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
  • Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Notes

For a richer chocolate flavor, you can add chocolate chips to the dough.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
These cookies are best enjoyed fresh but can also be frozen for later enjoyment. Just thaw them at room temperature before eating.