crinkle cookies recipe
Crinkle cookies are soft, chewy chocolate treats that are rolled in powdered sugar before baking, creating a delightful appearance. Their cracked surface makes them fun and festive, perfect for any occasion or holiday.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowls
- 1 electric mixer or whisk
- 1 rubber spatula
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 parchment paper
- 1 set measuring cups and spoons
- 1 rolling pin (optional)
- 1 wire rack
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter Softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar For rolling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and softened butter together until creamy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until blended and a soft dough forms.
- Refrigerate the dough for about 10 minutes to make it easier to handle.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls, then roll each ball in powdered sugar to coat thoroughly.
- Place the coated cookie balls on the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until the cookies have puffed and cracked.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a festive twist, you can add chocolate chips or nuts to the dough.
These cookies store well in an airtight container for up to one week.
To enhance the flavor, consider adding a pinch of espresso powder to the dry ingredients.