Air-Fried Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

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These air-fried chocolate crinkle cookies offer a rich and fudgy texture with a signature crackled exterior. The dough combines cocoa, flour, and sugar with vanilla and eggs, then chills before air frying at 325°F to perfection. The powdered sugar coating creates a delightful contrast, making each bite crisp outside and soft inside. Ideal for a quick dessert or snack, these treats require minimal prep, a short chill, and just a few minutes in the air fryer.

Updated on Tue, 25 Nov 2025 09:21:00 GMT
A perfect stack of air-fried Chocolate Crinkle Cookies, dusted generously with sweet powdered sugar. Save
A perfect stack of air-fried Chocolate Crinkle Cookies, dusted generously with sweet powdered sugar. | snacksplat.com

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

This recipe quickly became my go-to for a simple dessert that impresses friends and family every time.

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.
Freshly baked, crackled air-fried Chocolate Crinkle Cookies: warm, chocolatey goodness ready to enjoy. Save
Freshly baked, crackled air-fried Chocolate Crinkle Cookies: warm, chocolatey goodness ready to enjoy. | snacksplat.com

Baking and sharing these cookies has created many sweet memories around my kitchen table.

Notes

For extra flavor, add ½ teaspoon instant espresso powder to the dry ingredients or try swapping vanilla extract for orange or peppermint extract for a twist. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

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.

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Image shows a plate piled high with homemade, delicious air-fried Chocolate Crinkle Cookies ready to eat. | snacksplat.com

These cookies offer a quick delicious treat that anyone can master with an air fryer.

Air-Fried Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

Fudgy chocolate crinkle cookies with a crisp exterior, made quickly using an air fryer.

Prep duration
20 min
Kitchen time
8 min
Complete duration
28 min
Created by Katie Miller


Skill level Easy

Heritage American

Output 20 Portions

Nutrition Labels Meat-free, No dairy

What you'll need

Dry Ingredients

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

Wet Ingredients

01 1 cup granulated sugar
02 ¼ cup vegetable oil
03 2 large eggs
04 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Coating

01 ½ cup powdered sugar

Method

Step 01

Combine Dry Ingredients: Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.

Step 02

Mix Wet Ingredients: Beat sugar and vegetable oil in a large bowl until combined. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.

Step 03

Form Dough: Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into wet mixture, stirring until a sticky dough forms.

Step 04

Chill Dough: Cover dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up, or up to 2 hours for optimal texture.

Step 05

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

Step 06

Shape and Coat: Scoop tablespoon-sized dough portions, roll into balls, then coat generously in powdered sugar.

Step 07

Arrange in Basket: Place dough balls in air fryer basket with space between each; bake in batches if necessary.

Step 08

Air Fry Cookies: Cook at 325°F for 7 to 8 minutes until cookies are set and crackled on top.

Step 09

Cool Cookies: Let cookies rest in basket for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Kitchen tools

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

Allergy details

Always review ingredients for potential allergens and seek professional medical guidance if uncertain.
  • Contains eggs and wheat (gluten). May contain traces of nuts or soy.

Nutrient breakdown (each portion)

Numbers shown are estimates only - please consult healthcare providers for specific advice.
  • Energy: 90
  • Fats: 3 g
  • Carbohydrates: 15 g
  • Proteins: 1 g