Air Fried Chocolate Crinkle (Printable)

Rich, fudgy chocolate crinkle cookies with a signature crisp, made quickly using an air fryer.

# What You Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 cup all-purpose flour (125 g)
02 - ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (45 g)
03 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
04 - ¼ teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 1 cup granulated sugar (200 g)
06 - ¼ cup vegetable oil (60 ml)
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Coating

09 - ½ cup powdered sugar (60 g)

# Directions:

01 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
02 - In a large bowl, beat sugar and vegetable oil until combined. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
03 - Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a sticky dough forms.
04 - Cover and refrigerate dough for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours for optimal firmness.
05 - Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper or use a silicone liner.
06 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, then coat thoroughly in powdered sugar.
07 - Place dough balls in the air fryer basket, leaving space between each to allow for expansion. Bake in batches if necessary.
08 - Cook at 325°F (165°C) for 7 to 8 minutes until cookies are set with crackled surfaces.
09 - Let cookies cool in the basket for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Made effortlessly in the air fryer
  • Rich and fudgy with a crisp exterior
02 -
  • For extra flavor, add ½ teaspoon instant espresso powder to the dry ingredients
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days
03 -
  • Use parchment or silicone liner to prevent sticking in the air fryer
  • Chill dough sufficiently for best crinkle effect
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