Description
Chocolate crinkle cookies are the ultimate indulgence for chocolate lovers! These soft and chewy delights feature a rich cocoa flavor, beautifully contrasted by a dusting of powdered sugar that resembles freshly fallen snow. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights in, these easy-to-make cookies are sure to impress with their stunning appearance and irresistible taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla extract.
- Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed; avoid overmixing.
- Chill the dough for at least 1 hour in the fridge.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and coat in powdered sugar.
- Place on baking sheets about two inches apart and bake for 10-12 minutes or until slightly puffed but still soft in the center.
- Allow cooling on wire racks before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie - approx. 24g
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg