Description
Indulge in the rich, fudgy goodness of these classic Chocolate Crinkle Cookies that are perfect for the holidays or anytime you crave a decadent treat.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for coating)
Instructions
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and vegetable oil. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to wet mixture.
- Chill Dough: Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Preheat and Shape: Preheat oven to 350°F. Roll dough into balls, coat with powdered sugar.
- Bake: Place on baking sheets and bake for 10–12 minutes.
- Cool: Let cool on sheets before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- Chilling the dough is key for the crinkle look and prevents spreading.
- For extra richness, add 1/2 teaspoon espresso powder for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
