Description
Indulge in these decadent Double Chocolate Crinkle Cookies for a rich, fudgy treat that’s perfect for the holidays or any day you’re craving chocolate. These cookies have a crackly exterior, chewy interior, and a double dose of chocolate goodness.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Additional:
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
Instructions
- Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, beat sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until combined, then fold in chocolate chips.
- Chill Dough: Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight, until firm.
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper. In a shallow bowl, mix powdered sugar and cornstarch.
- Shape and Bake: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and coat generously in the sugar mixture. Place on prepared baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the cookies have spread and cracked on top.
- Cool and Enjoy: Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- Chilling the dough is essential for the crinkle effect.
- For extra decadence, use dark chocolate chips or chunks.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus chilling time)
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
