Chocolate crinkle cookies are an easy-to-make dessert, a true delight for chocolate lovers. Also known as “chocolate crinkle cookies“, these treats are characterized by a crunchy crust, covered in powdered sugar, that cracks during baking, revealing a soft chocolate center. Perfect to accompany a cup of tea or coffee, they are ideal as a treat to share during the Christmas holidays or on any special occasion.
Their unique texture and the contrast between the crunchy exterior and soft interior make them irresistible. Making them at home is simple and requires few ingredients, many of which are already in our pantries: flour, sugar, cocoa, eggs, oil, and a pinch of baking powder. The secret to their characteristic appearance lies in the step of rolling them in sugar before baking. During the time in the oven, the dough expands creating the typical cracks, giving the cookies a rustic and delicious appearance.
These cookies are perfect for personalization with the addition of spices like cinnamon or chili for an extra touch of originality. The recipe is versatile and can be adapted to personal tastes, but the chocolate base always remains the protagonist. If you are looking for a simple yet impressive dessert, chocolate crinkle cookies are the right choice.
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- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very cheap
- Rest time: 1 Hour
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 16 Pieces
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
- Energy 155.04 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 24.85 (g) of which sugars 16.00 (g)
- Proteins 2.77 (g)
- Fat 6.44 (g) of which saturated 1.25 (g)of which unsaturated 4.25 (g)
- Fibers 1.58 (g)
- Sodium 132.81 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 35 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients for Chocolate Crinkle Cookies
- 2 eggs
- 2/3 cup oz brown sugar
- 1 1/8 cup cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup cups sunflower seed oil
- 2/3 cup cups unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/3 cup cups dark chocolate chips
- 1 1/2 tsp tsp baking powder
- 1 pinch salt
- as needed sugar
- as needed powdered sugar
Tools for Making Chocolate Crinkle Cookies
- Bowl
- Whisk
- Spoon
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
How to Make Chocolate Crinkle Cookies
To make chocolate crinkle cookies, first crack the eggs into a bowl, add the brown sugar, sunflower seed oil, a pinch of salt, and quickly mix with a whisk.
Add the sifted flour along with the baking powder, the sifted cocoa, and mix. Since the dough is firmer, you can switch to using a spoon.
Finally, add the chocolate chips, and mix again. Once all the ingredients are combined, cover the bowl and let it rest in the fridge for 1 hour. Take the dough and create 1.2 oz balls.
Roll them first in granulated sugar and then in powdered sugar. Arrange them neatly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake in a preheated oven, static function, at 350°F for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and let them cool. Your chocolate crinkle cookies are ready!
Storing Chocolate Crinkle Cookies
Chocolate crinkle cookies keep well for a long time, even up to a month, in an airtight container away from moisture.
FAQ
How do I get perfect cracks?
To achieve the characteristic cracks, it’s important to generously coat the dough with powdered sugar before baking. The dough expands in the oven, creating cracks on the sugared surface.
Can I prepare the dough in advance?
Yes! The dough can be prepared in advance and kept in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. In fact, chilling the dough for at least a few hours helps in achieving perfectly shaped cookies.
Can the cookies be frozen?
Yes, you can freeze both the raw dough and the baked cookies. If freezing the dough, form the balls before freezing and then thaw in the refrigerator before baking. Baked cookies can be frozen for up to 3 months in an airtight container.
Can I use other types of chocolate?
The traditional recipe uses cocoa powder for an intense flavor, but you can experiment by adding dark or white chocolate chips for richer variations. However, the base of the recipe should not be changed.
Why are my cookies too flat or too hard?
If the cookies are too flat, it may be necessary to chill the dough longer. If they are too hard, you may have overbaked them. Remember, they should remain soft in the center when taken out of the oven.
Can I add spices to the dough?
Yes, you can customize the cookies by adding spices like cinnamon, ginger, or chili for an extra touch of flavor. These spices pair well with chocolate and can give the cookies a unique taste.
Can I substitute oil with butter?
In some recipes, it is possible to substitute butter with oil, but the result will be slightly different. Butter gives a richer and more buttery texture to cookies, while oil makes the dough softer and lighter.
Is it necessary to use powdered sugar for the coating?
Yes, powdered sugar is essential to achieve the characteristic cracked effect. If you use only regular sugar, you will not get the same effect.
