Description
A visually stunning Halloween treat featuring a rich, aromatic chocolate base and a dramatic powdered sugar crinkle finish. Soft, fudgy, and perfect for spooky celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp almond extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar for coating
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F (175C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs, vanilla extract, and almond extract until well combined.
- Sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt, then fold into the wet ingredients.
- Cover dough and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight).
- Scoop 1-inch balls of dough and roll them generously in powdered sugar.
- Place on baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set.
- Cool on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.