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Christmas Crinkle Cookies

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  • Author: KimEasy
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 22 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These festive crinkle cookies are soft, fudgy, and coated in powdered sugar, giving them a beautiful crackled appearance. They’re perfect for holiday cookie platters and make a delicious treat for any Christmas gathering!


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and vegetable oil until well combined.
  2. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until a thick dough forms.
  5. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight) until firm.
  6. Preheat your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls.
  8. Roll each ball generously in powdered sugar, ensuring a thick, even coating.
  9. Place the coated dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  10. Bake for 10โ€“12 minutes, or until the cookies have spread and the tops are crackled.
  11. Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For extra holiday flair, mix in a teaspoon of peppermint extract or a pinch of cinnamon.
  • Ensure the dough is well chilled; this helps create the crinkle effect.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.