Indulge in the ultimate sweet escape with these melt-in-your-mouth Chocolate Crinkle Cookies. Each bite delivers a perfect balance of rich, fudgy chocolate and delicate, crisp edges that will transport you straight to cookie heaven. Soft, chewy, and dusted with a snowy coating of powdered sugar, these cookies are more than just a treat—they’re an experience that will leave you craving more. Perfect for sharing with loved ones or savoring all to yourself, these cookies are sure to make every moment a little sweeter.

Chocolate Crinkle Cookies – A Family Tradition (and the Reason My Kids Think I’m a Baking Genius)

If there’s one cookie that has stood the test of time in my family, it’s these chocolate crinkle cookies. Passed down through generations (because some things are just too good to mess with), this recipe is rich, fudgy, and coated in powdered sugar—basically, a cookie that looks like it just walked out of a winter wonderland. Bite into a velvety outside and enjoy the sinfully chewy inside. There’s nothing like it.

And let me tell you, with six kids running around, cookies don’t last long in my house. These, in particular, disappear at an alarming rate. I’m talking fresh-out-of-the-oven, gone before they cool kind of situation. I have yet to find a hiding spot good enough to keep them safe. (I’m totally open to suggestions.)

Why You’ll Love These Cookies

✔ Ridiculously chocolatey – Deep, rich cocoa flavor that makes store-bought cookies cry.
✔ Soft & fudgy inside, crisp outside – The ultimate cookie texture.
✔ Easy to make – No fancy techniques, just mix, chill, roll, and bake!
✔ Kid-approved – If my little food critics devour them, you know they’re good.

The Recipe

Ingredients

• ½ cup oil
• ½ cup cocoa powder
• ⅓ cup melted butter
• 2 ½ cups sugar
• 5 eggs
• 2 ½ tsp baking powder
• 2 ½ tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp salt
• 4 ⅛ cups flour
• Powdered sugar (for rolling)

Instructions

• First of all, let’s preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet.
• Next up, in a stand mixer, mix together the oil, cocoa, melted butter, eggs, and sugar until well combined into a chocolatey gooey dough.

• Now let’s add the baking powder, vanilla, salt, and flour into the stand mixer. Pour in the wet ingredients and mix until a thick dough forms. This may take a minute to get it all mixed in. The dough should be thick.

• Next, scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough. I like to use a cookie dough scoop. They should be about 1″. Now you roll them in powdered sugar, and place them on the baking sheet. Try not to eat any dough, I dare you! (I know, I know–it’s not “safe”–insert eyeroll).

• Bake for 9-10 minutes, until the tops are crackled but the insides are still soft.
• Let cool slightly (or just accept that you’ll burn your mouth on molten chocolate).

Final Thoughts

These chocolate crinkle cookies are a family favorite—rich, fudgy, and irresistibly delicious! With a deep chocolate flavor and a beautifully crackled, powdered sugar-coated exterior, they’re a hit with both kids and adults. Perfectly soft on the inside with a slight crisp on the outside, these cookies are a must-bake treat for any chocolate lover!

These undeniably delicous cookies have been a staple in my family for years, and I love that I get to pass them down to my own kids—though at this rate, they’ll be making them on their own just to keep up with demand.

Bake a batch, watch them disappear, and if you happen to find a good cookie-hiding spot, let me know in the comments. I could use the help. 😉

Chocolate Crinkle Cookie Recipe FAQ

1. How do I keep my chocolate crinkle cookies from flattening?
To prevent your cookies from flattening, you can chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking. This helps the cookies hold their shape while baking. I don’t usually have to chill my dough.

2. Can I use regular cocoa powder instead of unsweetened cocoa powder?
It’s best to use unsweetened cocoa powder for this recipe, as it gives the cookies their rich, deep chocolate flavor. Regular cocoa powder may alter the taste and texture.

3. How can I make my cookies extra fudgy?
For a fudgier texture, slightly underbake your cookies and remove them from the oven when the edges are set, but the centers are still soft. This will create that gooey, fudgy interior.

4. Can I freeze the dough for later use?
Yes! You can freeze the cookie dough. Shape the dough into balls, then freeze them on a baking sheet. Once frozen, transfer the dough balls to a zip-top bag or container for storage. When ready to bake, simply dip the dough in powdered sugar and add a few extra minutes to the baking time.

5. How should I store chocolate crinkle cookies?
Store your chocolate crinkle cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. If you want to keep them fresh for longer, you can freeze them for up to 3 months.