Easy Chocolate Crinkle Cookies Recipe

Alright, folks, let me tell you about these sinfully delicious Easy Chocolate Crinkle Cookies that are basically like biting into a soft, chocolatey piece of heaven. You know those cookies you pass on at the holiday bake swap? This isn’t one of them. Think of crackled snowy tops meeting rich, fudgy goodness inside. These are the cookies you make when you want to impress your in-laws or treat yourself after a long, ridiculous day.

Now, in my little family, these cookies are a star not just during the holiday season but anytime one of us needs a pick-me-up – which is often, because, life, you know? My husband, bless his soul, pretends he isn’t into sweets, but I’ve caught him sneaking these more times than I can count. And my kiddos? Let’s just say they’ve learned to climb onto the counter… Yeah, it’s that serious. These cookies have become our little household staple, especially on those chilly weekend afternoons when we just want to snuggle and munch on something indulgent.

Why You’ll Love This Easy Chocolate Crinkle Cookies Recipe

– They’re like brownies in cookie form. Who doesn’t want that?
– Perfect for getting your hands a little messy with your favorite tiny humans.
– They make your kitchen smell like a dreamy chocolate factory.
– No need for fancy stuff. You probably already have the ingredients hanging around.

How to Make It

Alright, here’s the deal. First, you’re gonna mix your wet stuff with the dry stuff in a bowl. A whisk works just fine; no need to bring out the big guns. Once that’s all smoothed out, pop your dough in the fridge and let it chill – literally. This takes a couple of hours, but it’s worth it, trust me. Sometimes I forget it’s there and find it the next day. No harm, no foul. When the dough’s ready, roll it into little balls, then smother ’em in powdered sugar. This part makes me feel like a fancy chef sharing secrets. Bake them off and try not to eat them directly off the sheet. Or do, I’m not judging.

Ingredient Notes

– Flour: If you’ve got bread flour, toss it back; all-purpose is where it’s at. Keeps it from feeling like a brick.
– Cocoa Powder: You want the good stuff here. Please leave the off-brand in the pantry; it’s worth it.
– Baking Powder: Don’t skip it unless you dig super flat cookies. Once forgot this — ended up with chocolate pancakes.

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1. Mix all wet and dry ingredients in one big bowl until smooth.
2. Chill dough in the fridge for at least 1-2 hours.
3. Roll chilled dough into small balls.
4. Dredge balls thoroughly in powdered sugar.
5. Bake cookies in preheated oven at 350°F until crinkled and set.

What to Serve It With

Tips & Mistakes

When my sister made these for the first time, she panicked because the cookies spread. Turns out, she’d forgotten to let the dough chill enough, but hey, they still tasted amazing. Always trust your gut—or in this case, your fridge timer.

Storage Tips

These cookies keep beautifully in a cookie jar or airtight container. If you eat them cold and feel the chocolate hit your soul, just know, I do it too. And yes, they make a surprisingly delightful breakfast cookie. Life’s short!

Variations and Substitutions

You’ve run out of cocoa? Use dark chocolate chips melted down. No powdered sugar? Dust them with regular sugar – that crunch isn’t too bad. And those days when I couldn’t find vanilla extract? Almond extract works wonders.

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Easy Chocolate Crinkle Cookies Recipe

Deliciously soft and fudgy chocolate crinkle cookies with a crackled powdered sugar surface—perfect for any occasion!

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Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes minutes

Servings: 24

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• ▢ 0.5 cups unsweetened cocoa powder sifted
• ▢ 1 teaspoons baking powder
• ▢ 0.25 teaspoons salt
• ▢ 1 cups granulated sugar
• ▢ 0.5 cups vegetable oil
• ▢ 2 large eggs
• ▢ 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
• ▢ 0.5 cups powdered sugar for coating

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
• In a large bowl, beat sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
• Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
• Roll dough into 1-inch balls, then coat each with powdered sugar.
• Place balls 2 inches apart on baking sheets and bake for 10 minutes or until the cracks form but cookies remain soft.
• Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container for up to one week. Perfect with a glass of milk or hot cocoa.