Perfect Chocolate Crinkle Cookies Every Time

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
2. 2

   In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and vegetable oil until well combined and smooth.
3. 3

   Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. 4

   Fold in the melted and slightly cooled unsweetened chocolate until just combined.
5. 5

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed or by hand until just combined. Do not overmix. The dough will be thick and sticky.
6. 6

   Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight. This is crucial for texture and preventing spreading.
7. 7

   When ready to bake, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
8. 8

   Place the powdered sugar in a shallow bowl. Using a small cookie scoop (about 1.5 tablespoons), roll dough into balls. Roll each ball in powdered sugar until completely coated, then roll again for a thick second coating.
9. 9

   Place the heavily coated dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
10. 10

    Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just set but the centers still look slightly soft. Do not overbake.
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    Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.