Chocolate Crinkles Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible crackle and melt-in-your-mouth goodness of these decadent Chocolate Crinkles! Inspired by a beloved bakery recipe (but with a secret twist!), these cookies are incredibly easy to make and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Using cocoa powder instead of melted chocolate keeps things simple and mess-free, while delivering rich, intensely chocolatey flavor in every bite. Perfect for holiday baking, gifting, or any occasion that calls for a delicious treat. Makes about 72 cookies.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 32 mins
Calories 58 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 4.4 (29 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chocolate Crinkles

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How to Make Chocolate Crinkles

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups granulated sugar, ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, and 1 cup vegetable oil until combined.
  2. Beat in 4 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 2 teaspoons vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 4 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and 1 teaspoon salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients (flour mixture) to the wet ingredients (cocoa mixture), mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the dough to firm up.
  6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Roll the chilled dough into 1-inch balls.
  8. Generously coat each ball in powdered sugar, ensuring it's fully covered. Gently roll the sugared balls back and forth in your hands to ensure an even coating.
  9. Place the sugared dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie.
  10. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are still slightly soft. Avoid overbaking.
  11. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for at least 1 minute before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

25g

Fat

1g

Carbs

3g