Air-Fried Chocolate Crinkle Cookies (Printable)

Fudgy chocolate crinkle delights with a crisp outside, quickly made in the air fryer.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
04 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 1 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1/4 cup vegetable oil
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Coating

09 - 1/2 cup powdered sugar

# How to Make It:

01 - Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl until evenly blended.
02 - In a large bowl, beat together sugar and vegetable oil until fully combined. Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly 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 the dough and refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes to firm up, up to 2 hours for enhanced texture.
05 - Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper or a silicone liner to prevent sticking.
06 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll each into a ball. Coat generously with powdered sugar.
07 - Place the coated dough balls in the air fryer basket, leaving space between each. Cook in batches if necessary.
08 - Cook at 325°F (165°C) for 7 to 8 minutes, until cookies set with characteristic crackled tops.
09 - Allow cookies to cool inside the basket for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Rich fudgy texture
  • Quick and easy air fryer method
02 -
  • For extra flavor add ½ teaspoon instant espresso powder to the dry ingredients
  • Try swapping vanilla extract for orange or peppermint extract for a twist
03 -
  • Use cold dough for best coating and crinkle effect
  • Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking
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