Description
Espresso Chocolate Crinkle Cookies combine rich cocoa and a hint of espresso, creating a fudgy, chewy center with a signature crinkled appearance. Perfect for chocolate and coffee lovers, these cookies are ideal for holidays, parties, or a cozy snack. Simple to make, with easy-to-follow instructions, they promise a delicious balance of flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons espresso powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
Instructions:
- Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy. Add eggs and vanilla; beat until light and fluffy.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, espresso powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix Dough: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. If using, fold in mini chocolate chips. The dough will be soft and sticky.
- Chill Dough: Refrigerate dough for at least 3-4 hours or overnight.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare for Rolling: Place granulated sugar in one bowl and powdered sugar in another.
- Form Cookies: Roll chilled dough into balls. Coat in granulated sugar, then powdered sugar.
- Bake: Place coated dough balls on the baking sheet, 3 inches apart. Bake for 9-11 minutes, until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Cool: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 3 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- Chilling the dough ensures the cookies hold their shape and enhances the crinkled texture.
- You can freeze the dough for later use or store baked cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.
- For a less sweet version, reduce sugar by 1/4 cup or skip the granulated sugar for rolling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus chilling time)
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
