Description
Halloween Crinkle Cookies are a delightful treat that brings the spirit of the season to your kitchen. With their soft, chewy centers and crunchy powdered sugar coating, these cookies are not only visually appealing but also packed with rich chocolate flavor. Perfect for Halloween festivities, they evoke nostalgic memories of childhood celebrations filled with laughter and sweetness.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, beat granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs until fluffy. Mix in vanilla extract.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Cover the dough in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized dough balls, roll them in powdered sugar, and place them on the prepared sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers look slightly underbaked.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Chill the dough for optimal crinkle formation. Feel free to add festive sprinkles or chocolate chips for extra flair. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.