Chocolate Crinkle Cookies
These cookies are a holiday classic for a reason! They have a soft, fudgy brownie-like inside and a crisp, snow-dusted exterior. With our no-chill method, you can have a batch of these beautiful cookies ready in no time.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10-11 mins
- Total Time: 3 hours 26 mins (Included Chill Time)
- Yield: 18 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup vegetable or canola oil
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup powdered sugar, for coating
Instructions
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a stand mixer, beat the granulated sugar and oil until smooth. Add the cocoa powder and mix. Then, beat in the eggs and vanilla until the mixture is a thick, glossy paste.
- Add Dry Ingredients: On low speed, mix in the flour, baking powder, and salt. Stop mixing as soon as the flour disappears. Over-mixing will make the cookies tough.
- Chill the Dough: The dough will be very sticky. Transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 3 hours. This is key for that perfect crinkle!
- Roll and Coat: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Pour the powdered sugar into a bowl. Scoop the chilled dough, roll it into a 1-inch ball, and give it a generous roll in the powdered sugar to completely coat it.
- Bake: Place the coated balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-11 minutes. The cookies are ready when the edges are set and the centers still look a little soft. Do not over-bake!
Notes
- Serving: These cookies are amazing with a cold glass of milk, hot cocoa, or a cup of coffee.
- Storage: Store the completely cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days. They’ll stay soft and delicious.
- Tips & Tricks: Using room temperature eggs helps the dough come together smoother. For a deeper chocolate flavor, use Dutch-processed cocoa powder. Don’t be shy with the powdered sugar—that’s what makes them look so beautiful!
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