Air-Fried Chocolate Crinkle (Printable)

Fudgy chocolate crinkles with a crisp exterior, made effortlessly with air frying.

# What you'll need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
02 - ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
04 - ¼ teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 1 cup granulated sugar
06 - ¼ cup vegetable oil
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Coating

09 - ½ cup powdered sugar

# How to make it:

01 - Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
02 - Beat sugar and vegetable oil until combined. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
03 - Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until a sticky dough forms.
04 - Cover and refrigerate the dough for a minimum of 30 minutes or up to 2 hours for optimal firmness.
05 - Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper or a silicone liner.
06 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions, roll into balls, and coat evenly in powdered sugar.
07 - Place dough balls in the basket, ensuring space between each for airflow; bake in multiple batches if necessary.
08 - Cook at 325°F for 7 to 8 minutes until cookies are set with characteristic crackled tops.
09 - Allow cookies to rest in the air fryer basket for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert suggestions:

01 -
  • Rich fudgy texture
  • Quick and easy air fryer method
02 -
  • Adding espresso powder enhances the chocolate flavor
  • Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days
03 -
  • Chill the dough to prevent spreading during air frying
  • Use parchment paper or a silicone liner to avoid sticking
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