How to Make Chocolate Crinkle Cookies - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chocolate crinkle cookies are a classic holiday treat that are beloved for their fudgy texture and crackly appearance. These rich, chocolatey cookies are a decadent indulgence that are perfect for satisfying a sweet tooth or sharing with friends and family during the festive season. Whether enjoyed with a glass of milk or a cup of hot cocoa, these cookies are sure to be a hit at any holiday gathering.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups white sugar
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup confectioners' sugar

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 4 hrs 10 mins
  • Total Time: 5 hrs
  • Servings: 72
  • Yield: 6 dozen

  • Gather ingredients.
  • Mix sugar, cocoa, and oil together in a medium bowl. Beat in eggs, one at a time, until combined. Stir in vanilla.
  • Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in another bowl. Gradually stir flour mixture into the cocoa mixture until thoroughly mixed. Cover dough and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line two cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  • Roll or scoop chilled dough into 1-inch balls. Coat each ball in confectioners' sugar and place 1 inch apart on the prepared cookie sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes. Let stand on the cookie sheet for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool.
  • Repeat Steps 4 and 5 to make remaining batches.
  • Enjoy!
  • Nutrition

    58 cal.

    • Total Fat: 2g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Cholesterol: 10mg
    • Sodium: 34mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 10g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Calcium: 11mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 26mg