Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

Chocolate crinkle cookies are rich, decadent treats with a delightful crackled appearance. These cookies are characterized by their soft and fudgy texture, encased in a coating of powdered sugar that creates a striking contrast against the dark chocolate dough. The cookies have a deep cocoa flavor with hints of sweetness, making them irresistible to chocolate lovers. As they bake, the dough spreads and cracks, resulting in a beautifully crinkled surface that adds to their visual appeal. Chocolate crinkle cookies are perfect for satisfying sweet cravings and are often enjoyed during the holiday season or as a special indulgence year-round.

Ingredients:

- 2 eggs

- 70g oil

- 100g brown sugar

- 40g white sugar

- 50g cocoa powder

- 100g cornstarch

- 50g flour

- 8g baking powder

- Cornstarch (for coating)

- Icing sugar (for coating)

Instructions:

1. Mixing the Dough:

   - In a mixing bowl, combine eggs, oil, brown sugar, and white sugar. Mix until well combined.

   - Sift in cocoa powder, cornstarch, flour, and baking powder to the wet mixture.

   - Mix until a smooth dough forms.

   - Cover the dough and place it in the fridge for at least 2-3 hours to chill.

2. Preparation for Baking:

   - Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

   - Prepare two shallow bowls: one with cornstarch and one with icing sugar.

3. Shaping and Coating:

   - Scoop out small portions of the chilled dough and roll them into balls.

   - Coat each dough ball first in cornstarch, shaking off any excess, then in icing sugar, ensuring they are evenly coated. The cornstarch helps absorb moisture, while the icing sugar creates the crinkle effect during baking.

4. Baking:

   - Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie.

   - Bake in the preheated oven for about 8-10 minutes, or until the cookies have spread and developed a crinkled appearance.

   - Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your delicious chocolate crinkle cookies!