Halloween Crinkle Cookies
These Halloween Crinkle Cookies are soft, chewy, and intensely chocolatey, with a festive coating of powdered sugar that cracks as they bake. Perfect for spooky season celebrations!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 32 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar, for coating
Instructions
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Roll the chilled dough into 1-inch balls.
- Roll each ball in powdered sugar, ensuring it’s well coated.
- Place the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are slightly soft.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a more intense chocolate flavor, use dark cocoa powder. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
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