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Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

These Chocolate Crinkle Cookies are rich, fudgy, and coated in powdered sugar for a festive crackled look. Perfect for holidays, parties, or anytime you want a brownie-like cookie that melts in your mouth.
Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:12 minutes
Chill Time:4 hours
Total Time:4 hours 32 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Brownie Crinkle Cookies, Chocolate Crinkle Cookies, Chocolate Crinkle Cookies Recipe, Crinkle Cookies, Fudgy Cookies
Servings: 24 Cookies

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder natural or dark
  • 2 cups granulated sugar or half white sugar and brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil or canola/grapeseed
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup powdered sugar for rolling

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine cocoa powder, sugar, and oil. Beat with a mixer until shiny and smooth.
  • Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  • Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
  • Cover dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Scoop chilled dough into 1-inch balls using a cookie scoop or tablespoon.
  • Roll each dough ball in powdered sugar until fully coated.
  • Place on baking sheet 2 inches apart and bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are set and centers look slightly underbaked.
  • Cool on baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For extra crunch, roll the dough balls in granulated sugar before the powdered sugar.
  • Use fresh baking powder to get the best crackle.
  • The cookies will firm up as they cool—don’t overbake.
  • Add-ins like peppermint or espresso powder can take these up a notch.
  • Freeze dough balls or baked cookies for make-ahead convenience.