Description

Experience the joy of the holiday season with Grinch Crinkle Cookies! These vibrant green treats are not only visually stunning but also deliver a delightful combination of rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint flavors. With a slightly crisp exterior and a soft, chewy center, they are perfect for sharing or indulging on your own. Bake these cookies to create lasting memories with loved ones while filling your home with an irresistible aroma.

Ingredients

Scale

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp baking powder
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
½ tsp peppermint extract
Green food coloring (as needed)
Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
In another bowl, beat together the granulated sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, peppermint extract, and green food coloring until smooth.
Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto lined baking sheets and roll in powdered sugar until coated.
Bake for 10-12 minutes until crinkled and slightly underbaked in the center.
Allow to cool on the baking sheet before transferring to wire racks.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
Calories: 100
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 50mg
Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: <1g
Cholesterol: 20mg