Chocolate Crinkle Cookies by Vanilyavadisi

Ingredients

• 200g (1 1/2 cup) all-purpose flour
• 60g (1/2 cup) unsweetened cocoa powder
• 200g (1 cup) granulated sugar
• 115g (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 100g (1 cup) powdered sugar (for rolling)

Instructions

1. Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl until well combined.
2. Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar in a separate large bowl using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, ensuring the mixture is smooth until ready to serve.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just incorporated.
5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the dough for at least 2 hours to ensure it is firm enough to roll.
6. Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into balls, then roll each ball generously in powdered sugar until ready to serve.
8. Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart until ready to serve.
9. Bake for 10–12 minutes until the edges are set and the tops show characteristic cracks.
10. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.