Halloween Crinkle Cookies
Halloween Crinkle Cookies are a festive treat that bring joy to any Halloween celebration. With their rich chocolate flavor, soft and chewy texture, and a delightful powdered sugar coating, these cookies not only look adorable but taste heavenly. Perfect for sharing with friends and family, they are easy to make and ideal for both novice bakers and seasoned pros alike. Whip up a batch of these enchanting cookies to elevate your spooky gatherings this season!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar for coating
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
- In another bowl, mix granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized dough balls and roll them in powdered sugar until fully coated.
- Place the dough balls on prepared sheets about two inches apart and bake for 10-12 minutes or until cracked on top. Allow them to cool slightly before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes to prevent spreading during baking. Enhance flavors by adding chocolate chips or nuts for extra texture. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to four days.