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Healthy Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

★★★★★ 29 Reviews Recipe Print
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By: Erin12/9/20

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chocolate crinkle cookies

Wow your friends and family with this tasty Healthy Chocolate Crinkle Cookies recipe. Each cookie is filled with delicious flavor thanks to ingredients like coconut sugar, chocolate chips, and more!

chocolate crinkle cookies

Your new favorite crinkles recipe

For an easy, classic cookie recipe with a slight twist, healthy chocolate crinkle cookies are the name of the game. These treats are loaded with everything good in this world: chocolate chips, vanilla, cocoa powder, coconut sugar, etc.

They’re fluffy but slightly crispy, and they’re coated with powdered sugar for the perfect snowy feel. I love to eat them with my afternoon coffee for the perfect mix of sweet tooth satisfying, afternoon pick-me-up deliciousness.

This healthy dessert is one of my faves, and it’s the perfect treat for having on deck when you just need a little something sweet!

chocolate crinkle cookies

All of the ingredients in these healthy cookies

Nothing unusual to see here, folks! This cookie recipe uses everything you’re used to: flour, salt, eggs, sugar, oil… you name it. So gather your ingredients, and let’s get started!

  • All-purpose flour: You can’t have cookies without flour… usually! For this recipe you will need 1 cup.
  • Cocoa powder: We’ll be using cocoa powder to add delicious, rich chocolate flavor. Use 1/2 cup.
  • Baking powder: To help these cookies bake, throw in 1 tsp of baking powder.
  • Salt: 1/4 tsp of salt will add so much yummy flavor!
  • Eggs: To bind the ingredients, use 2 eggs.
  • Coconut sugar: As for a sweetener, coconut sugar will do the trick! You’ll need 2/3 cup.
  • Coconut oil: Include 1/2 cup of melted coconut oil.
  • Vanilla: Add 1 tsp of vanilla for extra flavor.
  • Chocolate chips: I love to use mini chocolate chips in these cookies. 1/2 cup is plenty!
  • Powdered sugar: Finally, set aside 1/2 cup of powdered sugar for coating the dough before baking.
batter for chocolate crinkle cookies

Tools needed to make crinkle cookies

You’ll only need a few things to make chocolate crinkle cookies. A baking sheet, parchment paper, a few mixing bowls, some mixing utensils, and various measuring cups will do the trick.

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Stirring utensil
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups: 1/4 tsp, 1 tsp, 1/2 cup, 2/3 cup, 1 cup

How to make healthy chocolate crinkle cookies

For this chocolate crinkle cookie recipe, we’re starting by mixing the dry ingredients, followed by the wet. Then, combine them, chill the dough, roll it into balls, coat with powdered sugar, and bake! It’s simple, easy, and well worth the few minutes of prep time.

First, preheat the oven to 350F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a medium bowl, mix the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.

Then, whisk the eggs, coconut sugar, coconut oil, and vanilla in a large bowl.

Add the dry ingredients to the wet and stir until everything is well combined. Then, add the chocolate chips.

Chill the dough in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.

Once chilled, roll the dough into balls and then roll them in powdered sugar.

Place the rolled dough on the baking sheet and bake for 12 minutes.

Remove from the oven, and once cooled, roll in more powdered sugar.

chocolate crinkle cookies

Substitution Tip

Need to use something different in your cookies? Here are some options! There are a handful of ingredients that will seamlessly tie in, so try these before heading to the store for that missing item.

  • Baking powder: If you’re out of baking powder, you can use 1/4 tsp of baking soda instead.
  • Egg: Out of eggs or want vegan cookies? Let’s do it. Your option is to make chia eggs or flax eggs. Just mix 2 tbsp of chia seeds with 6 tbsp of water. Either option will account for the 2 eggs.
  • Coconut sugar: You can replace coconut sugar with any other sugar at a 1:1 ratio.
  • Coconut oil: Any cooking oil (avocado, vegetable, canola) can be used as a sub for coconut oil.
  • Powdered sugar: Did you know you can make your own powdered sugar? Take 1/2 cup of white sugar, and blend or process it until it becomes a powder. Ta-da! Powdered sugar!
makings of chocolate crinkle cookies in bowls

Cocoa vs. cocao powder

Hint: There’s a difference!

You may have noticed that I didn’t include these ingredients as a swap in the substitution section. That’s because they’re not the same!

Though the difference may be subtle, cocoa and cacao powder are different and cannot be equally swapped at a 1:1 ratio.

Where cocoa powder is more heavily processed (and sometimes even contains added sugar), cacao powder is not roasted and tastes more like an actual cacao bean.

If you need to use cacao in place of the cocoa powder, use less. If used in the same amount, the taste will be a bit overwhelming and can even turn out bitter! I recommend starting with a smaller amount and adding more as needed.

If you liked this recipe, you’ll want to try these!

In a baking frenzy? Here are some more flavors to whip together this week! The monster cookies are always a fan favorite.

  • Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies (Gluten-Free)
  • Paleo Thumbprint Cookies with Jam
  • Healthy Oatmeal Tahini Cookies
  • Healthy Monster Cookies

Recipe by Erin Morrissey and Photography by Moriah Sawtelle

chocolate crinkle cookies
★★★★★ 5 from 29 reviews

Healthy Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

Wow your friends and family with this delicious Healthy Chocolate Crinkle Cookies recipe. Each cookie is filled with delicious flavor thanks to ingredients like coconut sugar, chocolate chips, and more!

Prep: 40Cook: 15Total: 55 minutes
Yield 12 cookies 1x
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Ingredients

  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 eggs
  • 2/3 cup coconut sugar
  • 1/2 cup melted coconut oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350F and line baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, coconut sugar, coconut oil, and vanilla.
  4. Add dry ingredients to wet, and stir until all combined. Then add in chocolate chips.
  5. Chill dough for at least 30 minutes in fridge.
  6. Roll cookies into balls and then roll into powdered sugar.
  7. Place on baking sheet and bake for 12 minutes.
  8. When cooled, roll in more powdered sugar.
Author: Erin MorrisseyCategory: cookies, holiday, christmasMethod: ovenCuisine: American

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  1. Julia says

    Posted on 12/27 at 8:31 am

    These cookies are SO GOOD!! They are fudgy and almost taste like a brownie! Brought a big batch to work and everyone was sooo happy! Definitely one of my favourite ELW cookie recipes!!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 12/27 at 4:17 pm

      Hi Julia, so happy you love them so much!!

      Reply
  2. Cat Bock says

    Posted on 12/19 at 10:21 am

    I loved these! I ended up using regular sugar/oil instead of coconut as I have a coconut allergy and they turned out fab!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 12/19 at 7:45 pm

      Hi Cat, so happy you enjoyed them!! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Lauren says

    Posted on 12/4 at 3:42 pm

    One of my favorites!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 12/5 at 1:14 pm

      Hi Lauren, so glad you loved them!

      Reply
  4. Amanda says

    Posted on 5/25 at 4:47 pm

    Constantly going back and making this recipe. Everyone in my family loves it & it takes no time at all!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 5/25 at 5:11 pm

      Hi Amanda, so happy you loved them!!

      Reply
  5. BBM says

    Posted on 12/16 at 7:25 pm

    I think I just created a problem for myself- my fiance LOVES chocolate and now he is obsessed with these. I guess the good thing is that they aren’t difficult to make and I also love them. Made them exactly as written and added some sea salt flakes to the top out on the end to make the chocolate pop more. It was quick to make and also clean up so what is not to love? Highly recommend making – I know I will be making lots of these in the future!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 12/17 at 9:59 pm

      Hi, so so happy you both loved them so much!!

      Reply
  6. Michelle says

    Posted on 9/28 at 3:27 pm

    So delicious!!! I needed a chocolate treat today and these were easy to put together and hit the spot!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 9/28 at 4:17 pm

      Hi Michelle, so glad you loved them!

      Reply
  7. Natalie says

    Posted on 6/14 at 5:24 pm

    These were SO good. I honestly love them as is. But would avocado oil would work as a substitute for coconut oil? I definitely notice a hint of coconut flavor and feel like a more pure chocolate flavor would be more of a crowd pleaser for my family!

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 6/15 at 7:37 am

      Hi Natalie, so glad you liked them and yes that should work! Let me know how they come out with that sub!

      Reply
  8. Samantha says

    Posted on 4/16 at 8:54 pm

    These are amazing! I had the sudden urge for cookies, and this recipe has such simple ingredients that I had everything mixed and in the fridge to chill very quickly. While in the oven, I realized I accidentally used baking soda instead of powder, and I was worried I ruined the cookies. However, they lifted beautifully and taste so good! Thanks for the recipe!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 4/17 at 7:15 am

      Hi Samantha, I am so happy you liked them and they still came out well! 🙂

      Reply
  9. Carrissa Pahl says

    Posted on 1/13 at 4:21 pm

    I love these cookies! I had to make them twice to get the crinkle part right, but oh so tasty! also super easy 🙂

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 1/14 at 11:52 am

      Hi Carrissa, I am so glad you figured it out and loved them!

      Reply
  10. Leslie says

    Posted on 1/8 at 10:15 pm

    Wowowowow these are amazing. Erin does it again! Almost like a fluffy brownie! Mine were pretty big and seemed a tad underdone after 12, so I left them in for about 15 min. So good!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 1/9 at 10:38 am

      Hi Leslie, thanks for sharing! SO happy you loved them!

      Reply
  11. Katie says

    Posted on 1/8 at 8:32 am

    These were the only new holiday cookie recipe I tried this year. My husband and I really enjoyed them!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 1/9 at 10:34 am

      Hi Katie, so happy you both loved them!

      Reply
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