Chocolate Cherry Crinkle Cookies
Indulge in the delightful fusion of rich chocolate and chewy cherries with these Chocolate Cherry Crinkle Cookies. Ready in just 30 minutes, these fudgy treats are perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights at home. With their signature crackly tops and vibrant cherry swirls, they not only taste amazing but also make a stunning addition to any dessert table. The combination of sweet dried cherries and chocolate creates a unique flavor profile that is sure to impress family and friends.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Total Time: 21 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter or coconut oil, melted
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup cocoa powder, unsweetened
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free 1:1 blend
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup dried cherries, chopped or freeze-dried cherries
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
- ⅓ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter and granulated sugar until smooth. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla.
- Sift in cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt; fold gently until combined.
- Stir in chopped dried cherries and chocolate chips until evenly mixed.
- Chill dough for 1–2 hours in the refrigerator.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough, roll in powdered sugar, and place on prepared trays.
- Bake for 9–11 minutes until tops are cracked but centers remain soft.
- Cool on trays for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg