Air-Fried Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

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These chocolate crinkle delights offer a fudgy texture with a signature cracked surface and crisp edges. Utilizing the air fryer ensures quick, even cooking while preserving softness inside. The dough is chilled before shaping and generously coated in powdered sugar for a classic finish. Perfect for anyone seeking a simple yet flavorful baked good with minimal fuss. Customizable with extracts like vanilla or peppermint for added twists.

Updated on Tue, 25 Nov 2025 11:18:00 GMT
Air-Fried Chocolate Crinkle Cookies: A close-up view of crackled, powdered sugar-dusted, homemade cookies. Save to Pinterest
Air-Fried Chocolate Crinkle Cookies: A close-up view of crackled, powdered sugar-dusted, homemade cookies. | velvetthyme.com

Rich, fudgy chocolate cookies with a signature crinkled appearance and a slightly crisp exterior, made effortlessly in the air fryer.

I first baked these cookies to satisfy a sudden chocolate craving and was amazed at how simple and delicious they turned out.

Ingredients

  • Dry Ingredients: 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour, ½ cup (45 g) unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 tsp baking powder, ¼ tsp salt
  • Wet Ingredients: 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar, ¼ cup (60 ml) vegetable oil, 2 large eggs, 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • Coating: ½ cup (60 g) powdered sugar

Instructions

Step 1:
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
Step 2:
In a large bowl, beat sugar and oil until combined. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in vanilla extract.
Step 3:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a sticky dough forms.
Step 4:
Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up (or up to 2 hours for best results).
Step 5:
Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper or use a silicone liner.
Step 6:
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and coat generously in powdered sugar.
Step 7:
Arrange balls in the air fryer basket, leaving space between each (bake in batches if needed).
Step 8:
Air fry at 325°F (165°C) for 7&8 minutes, or until cookies are set with crackled tops.
Step 9:
Allow cookies to cool in the basket for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Warm, air-fried Chocolate Crinkle Cookies: Perfectly cracked and begging to be enjoyed fresh from the fryer. Save to Pinterest
Warm, air-fried Chocolate Crinkle Cookies: Perfectly cracked and begging to be enjoyed fresh from the fryer. | velvetthyme.com

My family loves gathering around to enjoy these cookies fresh from the air fryer, especially during cozy evenings.

Required Tools

Mixing bowls, whisk, hand mixer or spoon, measuring cups and spoons, air fryer, parchment paper or silicone liner, wire rack

Allergen Information

Contains eggs and wheat (gluten). May contain traces of nuts or soy depending on ingredient brands. Check all labels if allergies are a concern.

Nutritional Information

Per serving: Calories 90, Total Fat 3 g, Carbohydrates 15 g, Protein 1 g

Homemade Air-Fried Chocolate Crinkle Cookies, a dessert with a delicious, fudgy chocolate center. Save to Pinterest
Homemade Air-Fried Chocolate Crinkle Cookies, a dessert with a delicious, fudgy chocolate center. | velvetthyme.com

Enjoy these cookies fresh for the best texture and flavor every time.

Air-Fried Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

Fudgy chocolate crinkles with crackled tops, crisp outside, soft inside, created easily in an air fryer.

Prep time
20 min
Time for cooking
8 min
Total process time
28 min
Created by Velvet Thyme Eleanor Hayes

Recipe category Sweet Bakes

Skill level Easy

Cuisine type American

Yield amount 20 Number of servings

Dietary details Vegetarian-friendly, No dairy

List of ingredients

Dry Ingredients

01 1 cup all-purpose flour (125 g)
02 ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (45 g)
03 1 teaspoon baking powder
04 ¼ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

01 1 cup granulated sugar (200 g)
02 ¼ cup vegetable oil (60 ml)
03 2 large eggs
04 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Coating

01 ½ cup powdered sugar (60 g)

How to make it

Step 01

Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until evenly mixed.

Step 02

Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, beat the granulated sugar and vegetable oil until fully combined. Add eggs one at a time, incorporating well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 03

Form Dough: Slowly add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring continuously until a sticky dough forms.

Step 04

Chill Dough: Cover the dough and refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for optimal firmness.

Step 05

Prepare Air Fryer Basket: Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper or a silicone liner to prevent sticking.

Step 06

Shape Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll them into balls, then coat each thoroughly with powdered sugar.

Step 07

Arrange for Cooking: Place the coated dough balls into the air fryer basket, leaving space between them to allow even airflow. Cook in batches if necessary.

Step 08

Air Fry: Cook at 325°F (165°C) for 7 to 8 minutes until the cookies set and develop characteristic crackled tops.

Step 09

Cool: Let the cookies cool in the air fryer basket for 5 minutes before transferring them onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Essential tools

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Hand mixer or spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Air fryer
  • Parchment paper or silicone liner
  • Wire rack

Allergy warnings

Be sure to carefully review every ingredient for allergens and seek expert advice as needed.
  • Contains eggs and wheat (gluten).
  • May contain traces of nuts or soy depending on ingredient brands.

Nutrition details per serving

Details here are meant for guidance. Please contact health professionals for medical advice.
  • Calorie count: 90
  • Fat content: 3 g
  • Carbohydrate: 15 g
  • Protein amount: 1 g