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chocolate crinkle cookies

How to Make Perfect Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

Discover the ultimate chocolate crinkle cookies recipe that delivers rich, fudgy bites wrapped in a crackled powdered sugar crust.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Course cookies, desserts
Cuisine american cuisine
Servings 30 cookies
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • ½ cup sunflower oil
  • 4 medium eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla sugar or vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 2 tsp finely ground instant coffee powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • Icing sugar for coating

Instructions
 

  • Sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, and instant coffee in a bowl. Set aside.
  • In a mixer bowl, combine cocoa powder, sunflower oil, and sugar.
  • Using the flat beater attachment (K-beater), mix until well combined, scraping down the sides as needed.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition until the batter is smooth.
  • Mix in the vanilla sugar or extract for extra flavor.
  • Gradually add the sifted flour mixture in small portions while mixing. Avoid overmixing to maintain the dough’s texture. Scrape the sides to ensure the mixture is uniform.
  • Cover the bowl with cling film and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for easier handling.
  • After chilling, take the dough out and shape it into walnut-sized balls using lightly floured hands.
  • Roll each ball generously in sifted powdered sugar to coat.
  • Place the coated balls on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
  • Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F). Bake the cookies for 10–12 minutes (adjust for your oven type; fan ovens may require less time).
  • Allow the cookies to cool slightly before transferring them to a wire rack. Once completely cooled, store them in an airtight container.