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Easy Chocolate Crinkle Cookies for Holiday Season

These chocolate crinkle cookies deliver a rich, fudgy center and beautiful powdered sugar cracks—an iconic holiday classic that's far simpler than most bakers expect. With the right chilling time and precise mixing techniques, you'll achieve perfect bakery-style results every time.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 185
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 100g
  • 1¾ cups granulated sugar 350g
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil 120mL
  • 4 large eggs room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour 240g
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup powdered sugar 120g

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and vegetable oil. Beat 2–3 minutes until glossy and smooth.
  2. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then add vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
  5. Cover the dough tightly and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Roll chilled dough into 1-inch balls, then coat generously in powdered sugar.
  8. Place on baking sheets 2 inches apart and bake 10–12 minutes until edges are set and centers appear slightly soft.
  9. Cool on the baking sheet for 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

For perfect crinkles, ensure the dough chills fully and coat each dough ball generously in powdered sugar before baking.