Soft fudgy chocolate crinkle (Printable Version)

Soft, fudgy chocolate crinkles with a crackled powdered sugar coating and chewy centers.

# The Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
04 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 1 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1/4 cup vegetable oil
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ For Rolling

09 - 1/2 cup powdered sugar

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl; set aside.
02 - Mix granulated sugar and vegetable oil in a large bowl until combined. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
03 - Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Dough will be sticky.
04 - Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 1 hour until dough is firm enough to handle.
05 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
06 - Place powdered sugar in a shallow bowl. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into 1-inch diameter balls. Coat each ball thoroughly in powdered sugar.
07 - Space dough balls 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
08 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until cookies are puffed and crackled but remain soft in the center.
09 - Allow cookies to cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Soft, fudgy centers with a distinctive crackled, powdered sugar crust.
  • Simple ingredients and easy steps make this recipe beginner-friendly.
  • Perfectly portioned to yield 24 delicious cookies.
  • Chilling the dough enhances flavor and texture.
02 -
  • Use Dutch-process cocoa powder for a richer chocolate taste.
  • Incorporate 1/2 teaspoon of instant espresso powder to enhance flavor depth.
  • Keep dough chilled to ensure ease of handling and prevent spreading.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 5 days.
  • Freeze baked cookies for up to 2 months to enjoy anytime.
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