Air-Fried Chocolate Crinkle (Print View)

Fudgy chocolate crinkles with crisp tops, made quickly using air fryer techniques.

# Components:

→ 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

# Directions:

01 - Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
02 - Beat sugar and vegetable oil in a large bowl until combined. Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition, then 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 at least 30 minutes, 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 of dough, roll into balls, and coat generously with powdered sugar.
07 - Place dough balls in the basket, spacing them evenly. Bake in batches if necessary.
08 - Air fry at 325°F for 7 to 8 minutes until cookies are set with crackled tops.
09 - Let cookies cool in the air fryer basket for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Made effortlessly in the air fryer
  • Rich fudgy texture with crinkled appearance
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 -
  • Try swapping vanilla extract for orange or peppermint extract for a twist
  • Use silicone liner in air fryer to prevent sticking
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