Description
Indulge in the soft, fudgy center and crispy exterior of these delightful Chocolate Crinkle Cookies, perfectly dusted with powdered sugar for a mini celebration in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream Sugars and Eggs: In another bowl, beat together granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs until fluffy. Add vanilla extract and mix well.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Stir until just combined—avoid overmixing.
- Chill the Dough: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour.
- Roll and Bake: Scoop tablespoons of dough, roll them into balls, then coat each ball in powdered sugar. Place them on baking sheets about two inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes until slightly puffed but still soft.
- Enjoy: Transfer cookies to plates and dust with more powdered sugar if desired. Serve warm or let cool completely before storing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating chocolate chips or nuts. Ensure dough is cold before baking for perfect crinkles. Experiment with flavors by adding mint or citrus zest to the dough.