Introduction

Chocolate Crinkle Cookies are a classic holiday treat beloved for their fudgy texture, crackled surface,
and powdered-sugar coating. These cookies deliver the rich taste of brownies wrapped into soft, chewy rounds
that look as festive as they taste. Perfect for Christmas cookie plates, gatherings, or a cozy baking day at home,
this recipe is simple, reliable, and absolutely irresistible.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Coating

• 1/2 cup powdered sugar (more if needed)

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar and vegetable oil until combined. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
3. Add the dry mixture to the wet mixture and stir until fully combined. The dough will be thick and sticky.
4. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
5. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the powdered sugar in a small bowl.
6. Roll the chilled dough into 1-inch balls. Coat each ball generously in powdered sugar.
7. Place them on the baking sheet about 2 inches apart and bake for 10–12 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers remain soft.
8. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to finish cooling.

Description

These Chocolate Crinkle Cookies have a soft, brownie-like center with a slightly crisp exterior.
As they bake, the dough expands and creates beautiful cracks through the powdered sugar, giving them
their iconic “crinkle” look. Rich, chocolatey, sweet, and melt-in-your-mouth, these cookies are as
pretty as they are delicious.

Tips

• Do not skip chilling the dough—it prevents excess spreading and helps create the crinkle effect.
• Roll the dough balls thickly in powdered sugar for a bold contrast.
• For extra fudgy cookies, slightly underbake them by 1 minute.
• Add chocolate chips for a richer flavor.
• Dust your hands with powdered sugar to prevent sticking while rolling.
• If the dough becomes too hard after chilling, let it sit at room temperature for 5–10 minutes.

Corrections (Common Mistakes & Fixes)

• Cookies spreading too much: Dough wasn’t chilled long enough—chill for at least 2 hours.
• Powdered sugar melting in: Use dry powdered sugar and coat generously.
• Dry cookies: Overbaking—remove them while the centers still look slightly soft.
• Dough too sticky: Chill longer or dust hands with powdered sugar.

Enjoy

Enjoy your Chocolate Crinkle Cookies with a warm drink like milk, coffee, or cocoa.
Whether you’re sharing them with loved ones or treating yourself, these cookies are sure to bring joy
with every bite!