Chocolate Crackle Tops
Delightfully soft and fudgy, Chocolate Crackle Tops are the ultimate treat for chocolate lovers. These irresistible cookies feature a rich cocoa-infused dough rolled in powdered sugar, creating their signature crackled appearance as they bake. With a tender interior and lightly crisp edges, these chocolaty gems boast a perfect balance of texture and flavor. The recipe is simple yet impressive, requiring just a handful of pantry staples and a chill time for perfectly shaped cookies. Ideal for holiday gatherings, cookie exchanges, or indulgent everyday snacking, these bite-sized delights come together in under 30 minutes of active prep. Add a touch of elegance to your dessert table with these visually stunning and deliciously decadent Chocolate Crackle Tops!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar and vegetable oil. Mix until smooth.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, until the mixture is fully incorporated.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a sticky dough forms.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Place the powdered sugar in a small bowl.
Using a spoon or a small cookie scoop, scoop out 1-inch balls of dough. Roll each ball between your palms to shape, then coat generously in powdered sugar.
Arrange the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them at least 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies have crackled on top but remain soft in the center.
Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2189 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.7 g | 110% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.3 g | 106% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 37.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 439 mg | 146% | |
| Sodium | 1261 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 378.9 g | 138% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 46.1 g | 165% | |
| Total Sugars | 212.1 g | ||
| Protein | 49.4 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 212 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 26.4 mg | 147% | |
| Potassium | 2090 mg | 44% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
