Published 12/10/2021 • Updated 11/5/2024
Chewy Chocolate Crinkle Cookies
Holiday baking is in full swing and Crinkle Cookies are in our cookie baking exchange this year. We love chewy crinkle cookies because they’re truly the ultimate chocolate Christmas cookie. Our crinkle cookie recipe is made with milk chocolate, dark chocolate, and cocoa powder. Plus, they’re finished off with a dusting of powdered sugar leaving them crinkly and delicious.
What You Need
Dark Chocolate: you’ll be melting some dark chocolate to mix into the batter so that it comes out nice and chewy. Cocoa Powder: cocoa powder is used so they come out extra chocolatey. Flour: we’re keeping things simple and using all-purpose flour. Baking Soda: this is the levening agent. Salt: salt is used to bring out the intense chocolate flavor of a crinkle cookie. Milk Chocolate: milk chocolate chunks are mixed into the cookie batter before baking for bursts of sweet chocolatey goodness in every bite. Butter: a little bit of butter does the soul good. Egg: egg is used as the binder. Vanilla: vanilla brightens up the flavors in these cookies. Powdered sugar: before baking, the cookie dough balls are rolled into powdered sugar so that they come our crinkley and cute. Granulated sugar: we granulated sugar because the granulated sugar prevents the powdered sugar from melting during baking.
Can I make these gluten-free?
While you are likely able to swap the all-purpose flour for a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend, we have not tested this and can’t say. Chewy: we used melted chocolate and chocolate chunks to make sure these come out ooey-gooey.
Can I use different flour?
We do not recommend any flour substitutions.
Can I make these egg free?
Unfortunately, we do not recommend making these egg-free.
#1 Tip for Perfect Crinkle Cookies
Crinkle cookies come out too flat or not crinkly enough for you? That’s probably because you didn’t chill your cookie dough long enough. Whatever you do, do not skip chilling the dough. We recommend chilling your cookie dough for at least 3 hours or overnight if you can wait that long!
What makes these cookies chewy?
Just like our fudgy brownies, a little melted chocolate helps make these cookies super chewy on the inside.
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Get all of your favorite Healthy Christmas Cookies in one spot! From Hot Cocoa Cookies to Gluten-Free Biscotti, we have Christmas Cookies for all.
Do I have to chill the dough?
YES. Yes. And, yes! Do not skip chilling the dough. In fact, if you can chill this dough overnight that is preferred. If you skip chilling the dough, your cookies will spread out too much and be very messy.
Why do I roll the cookie dough in granulated sugar before powdered sugar?
This is a simple trick. The granulated sugar actually helps prevent the powdered sugar from soaking into the cookie and melting during baking. Don’t skip this part.
Storage Instructions
Let crinkle cookies cool completely on a wire rack. Then, layer them in an airtight container, separating each layer with parchment paper. Store in a cool, dark place for up to 3-5 days.
Freezer Instructions
Let crinkle cookies cool completely. Then, transfer them onto a baking sheet and freeze them for 30 minutes. Once they are partially frozen, transfer them into a freezer-safe gallon-size bag and freeze for up to 3 months.
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