Description
Rich, fudgy chocolate cookies with a crackled, powdered sugar coating. A simple recipe for a delicious treat!
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened Dutch-processed cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- ¾ cup powdered sugar, for rolling
Instructions
1. Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
5. Gently stir in the vegetable oil until the dough is smooth.
6. Cover the dough tightly and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight.
7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
8. Roll rounded tablespoons of chilled dough in powdered sugar until generously coated.
9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are still slightly soft.
10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend. For vegan options, replace eggs with flax eggs and use vegan butter and powdered sugar. Variations include adding peppermint extract, chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or sprinkles. Dough can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Baked cookies freeze well for up to 2 months.
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
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