Easy Mocha Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

INGREDENT

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tsp instant coffee or espresso powder
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dough:
    In a mixing bowl, whisk together sugar and oil until combined. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla and instant coffee until smooth.
  2. Add dry ingredients:
    Sift in cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix until just combined. The dough will be sticky.
  3. Chill:
    Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm enough to scoop.
  4. Preheat and prep:
    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Place powdered sugar in a small bowl.
  5. Form and roll cookies:
    Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll them into balls, then coat them generously in powdered sugar.
  6. Bake:
    Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until crinkled and set around the edges.
  7. Cool:
    Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Enjoy your rich, fudgy mocha crinkle cookies with a cup of coffee or a glass of cold milk! Let me know if you’d like a gluten-free or egg-free version.

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