CHRISTMAS CRINKLE COOKIES
These Christmas Crinkle Cookies are soft, chewy, and perfectly festive! With a crackled sugary exterior and a rich chocolate flavor, they're a classic holiday treat that’s as delicious as it is beautiful.
Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar packed
- ¼ cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup powdered sugar for coating
Instructions
Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
Prepare the Dough:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and cocoa powder. In a large bowl, beat together granulated sugar, brown sugar, and butter until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla extract, beating until combined. Gradually add the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
Chill the Dough:
- Refrigerate dough for 30 minutes to make it easier to roll.
Shape the Cookies:
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Roll each ball in powdered sugar, coating generously.
Bake:
- Place dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers are still soft. The cookies will crack as they bake.
Cool:
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Make Ahead:
Dough can be refrigerated for up to 2 days before baking. Customizing the Flavor:
Add chocolate chips, white chocolate chunks, or crushed peppermint for a fun twist! Serving Suggestions:
Serve these cookies at Christmas parties, pack them in gift boxes, or enjoy them with a cup of hot cocoa. Storage Tips:
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Dough can be refrigerated for up to 2 days before baking. Customizing the Flavor:
Add chocolate chips, white chocolate chunks, or crushed peppermint for a fun twist! Serving Suggestions:
Serve these cookies at Christmas parties, pack them in gift boxes, or enjoy them with a cup of hot cocoa. Storage Tips:
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.