Chewy Crinkle Cookies | Brownie-Like Chocolate Crinkles
Fudgy, brownie-like chocolate crinkle cookies with a classic powdered sugar crackle. A holiday favorite and easy crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (+2 hours chilling)
- Cook Time: 10–12 minutes
- Total Time: ~2 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 20–24 cookies 1x
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
- ½ cup powdered sugar (for coating)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, whisk sugar, eggs, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually stir in dry ingredients until dough forms. Dough will be thick and sticky.
- Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheets with parchment.
- Scoop chilled dough into 1-inch balls. Roll in granulated sugar, then generously in powdered sugar.
- Place 2 inches apart on baking sheet. Bake 10–12 minutes until cracked and just set.
- Cool 5 minutes on sheet, then transfer to wire rack.
Notes
Chilling is essential for the crackle. Add espresso powder or chocolate chips for extra richness. Keeps for 5 days in an airtight container.