CHEWY CHOCOLATE CRINKLE COOKIES
These Chewy Chocolate Crinkle Cookies have a soft, brownie-like center and a crackly powdered sugar coating. Perfect for holiday trays or cozy evenings with a glass of milk.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup powdered sugar for rolling
Instructions
Make the Dough:
- In a large bowl, mix cocoa powder, sugar, and oil. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually combine with wet ingredients until fully incorporated.
Chill:
- Cover dough and chill for at least 3 hours or overnight — dough should be firm.
Preheat Oven:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Shape & Coat:
- Scoop 1-inch balls of dough and roll generously in powdered sugar. Place 2 inches apart on baking sheets.
Bake:
- Bake 10–12 minutes. Cookies will puff and crack on top but remain soft inside. Let cool on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- Chill longer for better cracks and less sticky dough.
- Don’t overbake — they should be soft in the center.
- Add a dash of espresso powder for extra chocolate depth.