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Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

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Chocolate Crinkle Cookies are a decadent treat with a crackly, powdered sugar-coated exterior and a rich, fudgy interior. These cookies offer the perfect balance of crispy outside and soft, chewy inside, making them a favorite for holiday parties, casual gatherings, or a sweet chocolate indulgence.

Ingredients

For the Cookie Dough:

2 cups semisweet chocolate chips (divided)

2 tablespoons butter (softened)

1 cup sugar

2 large egg whites (room temperature)

1–½ teaspoons vanilla extract

1–½ cups all-purpose flour

1–½ teaspoons baking powder

¼ teaspoon salt

¼ cup water

½ cup confectioners’ sugar (for rolling)

Instructions

  • Melt the chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 1 cup of semisweet chocolate chips and butter in 20-30 second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth. Let it cool slightly.

  • Mix the wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, beat sugar and egg whites together until light and fluffy. Stir in the melted chocolate and vanilla extract until fully combined.

  • Add the dry ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until combined.

  • Add water and chocolate chips: Add water to the dough, and then gently fold in the remaining 1 cup of chocolate chips.

  • Chill the dough: Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm enough to scoop.

  • Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  • Form the cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into balls. Then, roll each ball in confectioners’ sugar until fully coated.

  • Bake the cookies: Place dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft.

  • Cool and enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Mint Chocolate Crinkle Cookies: Add ½ teaspoon peppermint extract to the dough for a minty twist.

Chocolate and White Chocolate Crinkles: Use a combination of semisweet and white chocolate chips for added flavor.

Dipped in Chocolate: After baking, dip half of each cookie in melted chocolate for an extra indulgent treat.

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