How to Make Chocolate Crinkles I - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chocolate crinkles are a classic cookie that seems to pop up at every holiday gathering and bake sale. These rich, fudgy cookies are perfect for chocolate lovers and are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. This recipe for Chocolate Crinkles I is a tried and true favorite, producing cookies that are soft and chewy on the inside with a beautiful crackled outer layer.

Making Chocolate Crinkles I is a fun and rewarding baking project. The dough comes together easily with simple ingredients a...

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup butter
  • 4 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups white sugar
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 3 eggs
  • ⅓ cup confectioners' sugar for decoration

Information

  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 4 dozen

  • Melt butter and chocolate either in a microwave or over low heat on the stove. Allow to cool slightly.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients, except powdered sugar. Mix well.
  • Cover dough and chill for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • Shape dough into 1 inch balls. Roll in powdered sugar to coat heavily. Place 2 inches apart on an ungreased cookie sheet. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes or until edges are set. Remove from cookie sheet and cool on rack.
  • Nutrition

    174 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 28mg
    • Sodium: 113mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 28g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 19g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Calcium: 35mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 70mg