Chocolate Crinkle Cookies from Scratch
These irresistible Chocolate Crinkle Cookies from Scratch are a classic holiday treat made with simple pantry ingredients and packed with rich, chocolaty flavor. Their signature cracked surface, achieved by rolling the dough in powdered sugar before baking, adds a delightful contrast to their fudgy, brownie-like centers. Perfectly soft and chewy, these cookies are surprisingly easy to prepare with a straightforward mixing process and a short chill time to enhance their texture. Whether you're baking for a festive gathering or indulging in a midweek treat, these homemade cookies will become a standout favorite. With just 20 minutes of prep and a heavenly aroma that fills your kitchen, these cookies are a guaranteed hit for chocolate lovers everywhere.
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Ingredients
- 1.0 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1.0 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar (packed)
- 1.0 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 2.0 pieces Large eggs
- 0.25 cup Vegetable oil
- 1.0 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Powdered sugar
Directions
Step 1
In a medium-sized bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Step 3
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. Mix until a thick, sticky dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 4
Cover the dough with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or until firm enough to handle. Overnight chilling is also an option.
Step 5
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 6
Place the powdered sugar into a small bowl. Using a tablespoon or a small cookie scoop, portion out balls of dough (approximately 1 inch in diameter). Roll each ball in the powdered sugar until fully coated.
Step 7
Arrange the sugar-coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
Step 8
Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies have crackled on the surface and are just set. Be careful not to overbake; the centers should remain soft.
Step 9
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 10
Serve and enjoy your delicious, homemade chocolate crinkle cookies! Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (724.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2547.7 |
| Total Fat 80.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 20.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 33.6g | |
| Cholesterol 372mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1199.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 488.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 46.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 319.4g | |
| Protein 48.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 80IU | 0% |
| Calcium 265.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 27.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2165.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories