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Fudgy Chocolate Crinkle Cookies: The Best Soft Holiday Recipe

Close-up of a chocolate crinkle cookie broken in half showing the rich, fudgy interior, dusted with powdered sugar.
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Make these soft, fudgy Chocolate Crinkle Cookies with a perfect powdered sugar crackle top. This easy recipe delivers decadent, brownie-like cookies ideal for holiday baking or any time you need a simple chocolate dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional, for double chocolate flavor)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar, for rolling

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, flour, and baking powder.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. If using, stir in the chocolate chips.
  5. Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight. Chilling is key for the best crinkle effect.
  6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Pour the powdered sugar into a shallow dish.
  8. Scoop the chilled dough into balls, about 1.5 tablespoons each. Roll each ball completely in the powdered sugar until fully coated.
  9. Place the coated dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  10. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes. The edges should look set, but the centers will still look slightly soft. Do not overbake if you want fudgy cookies.
  11. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. The crinkles will set as they cool.

Notes

  • For the best, most defined crinkle, ensure your dough is well-chilled before rolling and baking.
  • If you want a chewier cookie, slightly reduce the baking time.
  • For a decadent, lava-like center, press a small chocolate truffle into the center of the dough ball before rolling in powdered sugar.
  • This recipe makes classic chocolate crinkle cookies, a favorite for holiday cookie exchanges.

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