Chocolate Crinkle Soft Chewy (Printable version)

Rich, fudgy chocolate crinkles coated in crackled powdered sugar with a soft, chewy texture for all chocolate lovers.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
04 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 1 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1/4 cup vegetable oil
07 - 2 large eggs, room temperature
08 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Coating

09 - 1/2 cup confectioners (powdered) sugar

# Directions:

01 - Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
02 - Beat sugar and vegetable oil in a large bowl until combined. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
03 - Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Dough will be sticky.
04 - Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm enough to handle.
05 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
06 - Place powdered sugar in a shallow bowl. Scoop tablespoon-sized dough portions, roll into balls, and coat thoroughly in powdered sugar.
07 - Place coated dough balls on prepared sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
08 - Bake for 11 to 13 minutes until tops are crackled and cookies are set but soft in the center.
09 - Let cookies rest on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Rich, fudgy cookies that melt softly in your mouth.
  • Distinct crackled powdered sugar coating for striking presentation and texture.
  • Simple ingredients and easy steps for bakers of any skill level.
  • Perfect for holiday gifting or an indulgent everyday treat.
02 -
  • Slightly underbake for softer, fudgier centers.
  • Use room temperature eggs for better mixing and texture.
  • Refrigerate dough to make rolling easier and to enhance flavor development.
  • Roll dough balls generously in powdered sugar to achieve the signature crackled look.
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