Classic Chocolate Crinkles with a Perfect Crinkle Effect

Indulge in the chocolatey goodness of these classic chocolate crinkles that have a perfect crinkle effect. These soft and fudgy cookies are a delightful treat for chocolate lovers. With a dusting of powdered sugar, they not only taste heavenly but also look incredibly tempting. Prepare these delicious cookies in just 50 minutes and surprise your family and friends with their irresistible taste.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar, for coating

Directions

1. In a mixing bowl, combine cocoa powder, white sugar, and vegetable oil until well blended.
2. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the cocoa mixture, mixing until just combined.
4. Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. Chilling the dough is important for achieving the perfect crinkle effect.
5. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
6. Shape the chilled dough into 1-inch balls. Roll each ball in powdered sugar to coat completely. Place the coated balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cookies have cracked and set around the edges but are still soft in the center.
8. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
9. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Once cool, store the chocolate crinkles in an airtight container.

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