Peppermint Chocolate Crinkle Cookies
Chewy peppermint chocolate crinkle cookies with a snowy powdered sugar crackle, perfect for holiday treats.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 1.5 cup granulated sugar
- 2 count eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a large bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Stir in vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla until a thick batter forms.
- Cover and chill the dough for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls and coat generously with powdered sugar.
- Bake 10-12 minutes until cookies crack on top. Cool on a wire rack.
Notes
Chilling is essential for the distinctive crinkle texture.