Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with the most irresistible chocolate cookie that will make your kitchen smell like a bakery heaven! These Chocolate Cinnamon Crinkle Cookies are not just another dessert - they're a decadent experience that combines rich chocolate, warm cinnamon, and a magical powdered sugar coating that creates the most Instagram-worthy crackle effect. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a kitchen newbie, these cookies are guaranteed to impress everyone who takes a bite, with their soft, fudgy interior and stunning crinkled exterior that looks like it came straight from a professional pastry shop.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Powdered sugar for coating
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and salt until well combined and no lumps remain.
- In a separate large mixing bowl, combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil. Whisk until the sugars are fully incorporated and the mixture looks smooth.
- Add the eggs one at a time to the sugar mixture, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until completely blended.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing with a spatula or wooden spoon until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.
- Place powdered sugar in a shallow bowl. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, portion the dough into 1-inch balls.
- Roll each dough ball completely in powdered sugar, ensuring a thick, even coating that will create the signature crinkle effect.
- Place the coated dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops have a crackled appearance.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. The powdered sugar coating may absorb slightly, but the cookies will remain deliciously soft and flavorful.
Tips
- Make sure your ingredients are at room temperature for the best mixing and texture.
- Don't overmix the dough - stop mixing as soon as the ingredients are just combined to keep the cookies tender.
- Use fresh baking powder to ensure the cookies rise and crackle properly.
- Roll the dough balls generously in powdered sugar - this creates the signature crinkle effect.
- Space the cookies about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading.
- Watch the baking time carefully - these cookies can go from perfect to overdone quickly.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to prevent breaking.
- For an extra flavor boost, you can add a pinch of espresso powder to enhance the chocolate taste.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain their soft, fudgy texture.
- These cookies actually taste better the next day as the flavors continue to develop!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 110kcal
Carbohydrates: 14g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 20mg
