Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

MAKES ABOUT 4 DOZEN
2021 Holiday Cookie Recipe Contest Winner
“We buy non-dairy chocolate and use egg substitute to make the cookies vegan to share with vegan friends.” – Diana B.

Chocolate Crinkles are a classic holiday cookie. This recipe makes them enjoyable for everyone! Be sure to plan time to let the dough chill for at least an hour, or up to overnight.

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons flaxseed meal
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups gluten-free flour substitute
  • 1 1/2 cups cocoa powder (use a mix of light and dark cocoa powders, if available.)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 cup dairy-free mini chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, stir together flaxseed meal and 9 tablespoons water. Add sugar, olive oil, and vanilla. Mix well.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour, cocoa powder(s), and baking powder. In batches, add dry ingredients and chocolate chips to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  3. Cover and chill dough for at least an hour or up to overnight.
  4. When ready to bake, preheat oven to 375°F.
  5. Shape dough into 1-inch balls. Roll each ball in powdered sugar and place on a parchment-lined cookie sheet about an inch apart.
  6. Bake 10 to 12 minutes.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 100
  • Fat: 1.0 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.0 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Sodium: 25.0 mg
  • Carbohydrates: 14.0 g
  • Fiber: 1.0 g
  • Added Sugars: 8.0 g
  • Sugar: 8.0 g
  • Protein: 1.0 g