Description
Indulge in the rich, decadent delight of The BEST Chocolate Crinkle Cookies Recipe! With fewer than ten ingredients and a preparation time of just 30 minutes, these cookies are perfect for any occasion—be it a festive gathering or a simple weeknight treat. Their iconic crinkled surface and chewy texture make them a visual and flavorful standout that everyone will adore. Whether served warm with a glass of milk or transformed into dessert sandwiches, these chocolate crinkles are sure to satisfy your sweet cravings!
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup light olive oil (or avocado oil)
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for coating)
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar (for coating)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and oil; mix well.
- Add eggs and vanilla to the bowl; stir gently until just combined.
- Sprinkle in salt, baking powder, and flour; mix until a stiff dough forms.
- Roll dough into 1½-inch balls using a cookie scoop.
- Coat each ball in granulated sugar followed by powdered sugar.
- Place on the baking sheet, spaced about 2 inches apart, and bake for about 10 minutes until tops are crinkled.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5-10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg