Chocolate Crinkle Cookies Recipe
Soft, fudgy chocolate crinkle cookies with a beautiful powdered sugar crackle, perfect for holidays or any occasion!
Do you know what chocolate crinkle cookies, butter cookies, and snickerdoodle cookies have in common? They all remind us of holidays and happy times.
Video Recipe 📹
Watch the full video recipe to learn how to make the best chocolate crinkle cookies recipe. This step-by-step tutorial simplifies the process, offering tips and tricks to guarantee perfect results every time.
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Why You’ll Love Chocolate Crinkle Cookies 💖🍪
Chocolate crinkle cookies are a holiday favorite for so many reasons! Here’s why you’ll love them:
- Fudgy Texture: These cookies are soft and rich on the inside, satisfying every chocolate lover’s dream. 🍫
- Beautiful Appearance: The powdered sugar crackle creates an eye-catching, classic crinkle cookie look. ✨
- Easy to Make: With a simple chocolate crinkle cookies recipe, they’re perfect for bakers of any skill level. 👩🍳
- Holiday Vibes: Ideal for Christmas cookie recipes or holiday gatherings, they bring warmth and cheer. 🎄
- Versatile Treat: These cookies are great for gifting, parties, or just enjoying with a cup of coffee. ☕
How to Make Chocolate Crinkle Cookies
Follow these simple steps to make the best chocolate crinkle cookies:
1. Melt Chocolate and Butter: Combine for a smooth, rich base. 🍫
2. Whisk Eggs and Sugar: Beat until pale and fluffy for a light texture.
3. Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Add melted chocolate, and vanilla extract and sift in cocoa powder, flour, and baking powder.
4. Chill the Dough: Refrigerate for easier handling and perfect crinkles. ❄️
5. Roll and Coat: Shape into balls, then coat generously in powdered sugar.
6. Bake to Perfection: Bake until the edges are firm, and the centers stay fudgy.
This easy chocolate crinkle cookies recipe guarantees delicious holiday cookies every time!
Chocolate Crinkle Cookies Variations 🍪🌟
- Add a Flavor Boost: Mix in a teaspoon of instant coffee or espresso powder for mocha-flavored crinkles. ☕
- Zesty Twist: Add orange zest or peppermint extract for a festive flair. 🍊❄️
- Double Chocolate: Fold in mini chocolate chips for extra decadence. 🍫
- Nutty Delight: Add chopped walnuts, pecans, or almonds for a crunchy surprise. 🌰
- Vegan Option: Use plant-based butter and a flaxseed egg for dairy-free, vegan cookies. 🌱
Tips to Make the Best Chocolate Crinkle Cookies
- Chill the Dough: Refrigerate the dough for 2-3 hours to make it easier to handle and create perfect crinkles. ❄️
- Generous Coating: Roll the cookie dough balls in plenty of powdered sugar for a beautiful crackled effect.
- Don’t Overbake: Remove the cookies when the edges are firm but the centers are still soft for fudgy chocolate cookies.
- Use Quality Chocolate: High-quality chocolate makes all the difference in flavor. 🍫
- Accurate Measurements: Follow your chocolate crinkle cookies recipe closely for consistent results.
Perfect for holiday cookies or anytime treats!
How to Store
Store chocolate crinkle cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to keep them soft and fresh. For longer storage, freeze the cookies in a sealed container for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving. ❄️
Common Questions
Yes! Prepare the dough, chill it, and roll into balls. Freeze the dough balls, then bake directly from frozen, adding an extra minute or two to the baking time.
Yes, but the cookies will be sweeter and less rich. Adjust sugar levels slightly if desired to balance the flavor.
Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend in place of all-purpose flour. Ensure all other ingredients are gluten-free, especially baking powder.
Ensure your dough is well-chilled before baking and coat the cookies generously in powdered sugar. Proper oven temperature is also crucial for creating the crackled effect.
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Chocolate Crinkle Cookies Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons (60 g) Butter unsalted
- 8 oz (225 g) Dark chocolate
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- ½ cup (100 g) Sugar
- ¼ cup (30 g) Cocoa powder
- 1½ cup (190 g) Flour
- ¼ teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 cup (110) Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Instant coffee optional
Instructions
- Chop the chocolate and put into a large heatproof bowl, add butter, instant coffee (optional) and set over pot with simmering water. Melt completely. Remove from heat and let cool.
- In a large bowl or in a bowl of a stand mixer beat eggs and sugar until pale and fluffy. Add vanilla extract, melted chocolate mixture and mix until combined and smooth.
- Sift in flour, cocoa powder, baking powder and salt. Stir just until incorporated.
- Refrigerate for 2-3 hours.
- Preheat oven to 360F (180C).
- Form the dough into 1-inch balls, roll the balls in the powdered sugar and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment, leaving 2-inches (5cm) apart.
- Bake for 8-12 minutes. Until the edges are firm and the center still soft.
- Let cool.
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Notes
- Watch the Video: For a better understanding of the recipe, I always recommend watching the video recipe, which includes a step-by-step guide to help you succeed.
- FAQs: Make sure you read the FAQs for this recipe which are located above the recipe box for additional tips and troubleshooting! For extra tips and variations read the article.
- If you enjoyed this recipe, I would appreciate hearing your honest opinions about it in the comments. It means a lot to me! 😊
Can I leave the dough overnight in the fridge before preparing?
yes, you can.
Where does the instant coffee go?? Or should I just drink it while I’m baking?? 🙂
I love all your recipes, especially the cookies and all recipes involving caramel. The chocolate crinkle ones are a hit every time I bake them.
Thank you Ellie. Glad You liked it 🙂
The best chocolate crinkle cookies. THANK YOU!
Delicious!