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Chocolate Raspberry Crinkles

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chillling Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 24 cookies

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup brown sugar packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon raspberry extract
  • cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • For Rolling
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup powdered sugar
  • Optional Add-Ins
  • ½ cup dark chocolate chunks
  • Freeze-dried raspberries finely crushed

Instructions
 

  • Whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt together.
  • Beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy and smooth.
  • Add egg, vanilla extract, and raspberry extract; mix until combined.
  • Gradually mix in dry ingredients just until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms. Fold in optional add-ins if using.
  • Cover and refrigerate dough for 45–60 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets.
  • Roll tablespoon-sized dough balls first in granulated sugar, then generously in powdered sugar.
  • Place cookies 2 inches apart on baking sheets.
  • Bake for 10–12 minutes until tops are cracked and centers remain soft.
  • Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack.

Notes

• Double sugar coating creates bold cracks
• Chill thoroughly for structure and height
• Do not overbake—soft centers are essential
• Raspberry extract should enhance, not overpower