So, we’re one week out from Christmas…have you had your fill of cookies?
Confession…I came reeeeeally close to cookie burnout last weekend! Not making them, but eating them. Oh, heavens! I definitely pushed the limit on how many Christmas cookies I can eat in a sitting…..it was not pretty.
Thankfully, I managed to rally and I’m back to nibbling on my favorite holiday treats.
I hope you can hang on for this one last batch of cookies I’m bringing your way today! Chocolate Crackle Cookies, or, maybe you call them chocolate crinkle cookies….tomato-tomato. Either way, these rich, chocolately cookies have been one of my holiday favorites for about as long as I can remember.
I feel obligated to tell you that these cookies are a little messy to make. Ok, maybe more like, a lot messy. It’s the rolling the cookie dough into balls bit. Your hands will get covered in chocolate dough. And, you might find yourself washing your hands more than a few times during this process.
It can be helpful to pop the dough in the freezer for a few minutes before you begin this process. It won’t eliminate the mess, but it will help a little. Using a cookie scoop can also be helpful.
But, one bite of these Chocolate Crackle Cookies makes that gooey mess 110% totally worth it.
Aside from the mega dose of chocolate you get with these cookies, what I love most about Chocolate Crackles is the texture. These cookies have a delicate, ever-so-slightly crisp exterior and a soft, fudgy interior.
Most recipes for Chocolate Crackle Cookies call for rolling the cookie dough in just confectioners’ sugar. And, that’s actually the way I made mine for many years. This recipe takes it up a notch, rolling the dough in granulated sugar first, then in confectioners’ sugar.
So, why the extra sugar coating? Two reasons.
The granulated sugar is really what gives the outside of the cookie that delicate crunch factor. And, most importantly, it helps more confectioners’ sugar adhere to the cookies.
Enjoy these delicious, decadent Chocolate Crackle Cookies for your holiday celebrations!
These cookies are perfect for a sweet treat or as a homemade gift. Their rich chocolate flavor and unique texture make them a hit with chocolate lovers of all ages.
If you're in need of a cookie recipe that stands out, try these Chocolate Crackle Cookies from The Corner Kitchen. They're sure to become a new holiday favorite!