Description
Indulge in the rich, chewy delight of Chocolate Crinkle Cookies, a perfect treat for any occasion. These decadent cookies stand out with their beautiful crackled surface and deep chocolate flavor, enhanced by a hint of espresso powder. Simple to prepare and ideal for sharing, they are guaranteed to impress at holiday gatherings or cookie exchanges. With a delightful contrast between crisp edges and soft centers, these cookies are an irresistible dessert that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup unsweetened Dutch cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon espresso powder
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon table salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar (sifted for rolling)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, beat granulated sugar and vegetable oil until combined. Add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla.
- Stir in cocoa and espresso powders until just incorporated.
- Gradually add flour, baking powder, and salt until dough forms. Cover and chill for at least 4 hours.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll chilled dough into balls, then coat in powdered sugar.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until cracks appear; let cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg