Decadent Gluten-Free Chocolate Crinkle Cookies
Indulge in these rich and chewy Gluten-Free Chocolate Crinkle Cookies, a delightful twist on the classic treat! Made with a blend of gluten-free devil's food cake mix and chocolate pudding, these cookies are easy to prepare and irresistibly scrumptious. Their fudgy texture is further enhanced by rolling them in sugar before baking, giving them a delightful crackled appearance. Perfect for sharing at gatherings or satisfying your chocolate cravings, each bite is sure to impress both gluten-free and non-gluten-free friends alike. Bake a batch today and enjoy the decadence!
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Servings
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Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
Gluten-Free Devil's Food Cake Mix
1 (15 ounce) box (Dry mix)
Gluten-Free Chocolate Flavor Instant Pudding Mix
1 (3 1/2 ounce) box (Dry mix)
Butter
1/2 cup (Melted)
Egg
1 (Beaten)
Water
1/4 cup (Liquid)
Gluten-Free Vanilla Extract
1 teaspoon (Liquid)
Granulated Sugar
As needed for rolling (Coating)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry cake mix and dry pudding mix until evenly mixed.
3
Add the melted butter, egg, water, and gluten-free vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Stir the ingredients together until a soft, cohesive dough forms.
4
Scoop out portions of the dough and shape them into 1 1/4-inch balls. Roll each ball in granulated sugar to coat them fully.
5
Place the sugar-coated balls onto ungreased cookie sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Gently flatten each ball using your palm, creating a slight disc shape.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the cookies are just set and the tops have started to form cracks.
7
Once baked, allow the cookies to cool for about 2 minutes on the baking sheets before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely, which should take around 20 minutes.
8
Store any leftover cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Decadent Gluten-Free Chocolate Crinkle Cookies?
They are rich and chewy chocolate cookies made using gluten-free cake and pudding mixes, known for their fudgy texture and crackled sugar appearance.
Are these cookies suitable for those with gluten sensitivities?
Yes, the recipe specifically uses gluten-free devil's food cake mix, gluten-free chocolate pudding mix, and gluten-free vanilla extract.
What size box of gluten-free cake mix is required?
The recipe calls for one 15-ounce box of gluten-free devil's food cake mix.
What size pudding mix do I need?
You will need one 3.5-ounce box of gluten-free chocolate flavor instant pudding mix.
Should the pudding be prepared before adding it to the dough?
No, you should add the pudding mix as a dry ingredient to the dry cake mix.
How much butter is needed for this recipe?
The recipe requires 1/2 cup of butter.
Should the butter be softened or melted?
The butter should be melted before being added to the dry mixture.
How many eggs are used in the dough?
One beaten egg is used in this recipe.
How much water is added to the cookie dough?
You should add 1/4 cup of water to the ingredients.
Is vanilla extract necessary?
Yes, the recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of gluten-free vanilla extract for added flavor.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
How do I mix the cookie dough?
Combine the dry mixes first, then stir in the melted butter, egg, water, and vanilla until a soft, cohesive dough forms.
What size should I make the dough balls?
Shape the dough into balls that are approximately 1 1/4 inches in size.
What should I roll the dough balls in?
Roll each dough ball in granulated sugar until they are fully coated.
Do I need to grease the cookie sheets?
No, the recipe specifies using ungreased cookie sheets.
How far apart should I place the cookies on the sheet?
Space the sugar-coated balls about 2 inches apart.
Should I flatten the cookies before baking?
Yes, gently flatten each ball with your palm to create a slight disc shape.
How long do these cookies need to bake?
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes.
How can I tell when the cookies are done?
The cookies are finished when they are just set and the tops have started to form cracks.
How long should the cookies cool on the baking sheet?
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for about 2 minutes.
Where should the cookies finish cooling?
Transfer them to a cooling rack to cool completely.
How long does complete cooling take?
Complete cooling on a rack takes approximately 20 minutes.
How should I store these cookies?
Store any leftover cookies in an airtight container to maintain their freshness.
What gives the cookies their crinkle appearance?
The crinkle look comes from rolling the dough in sugar and the natural cracking that occurs during baking.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 7 main ingredients: cake mix, pudding mix, butter, egg, water, vanilla, and sugar.
Is this a difficult recipe to make?
No, it is an easy recipe that utilizes a cake mix as a shortcut.
What is the primary texture of these cookies?
These cookies are described as decadent, rich, chewy, and fudgy.
What are the main tags associated with this recipe?
Tags include gluten free, dessert, cookies, chocolate, fudge, crinkle cookies, and easy recipe.
Can I serve these to people who are not on a gluten-free diet?
Yes, the recipe is designed to impress both gluten-free and non-gluten-free friends alike.
What preparation is needed for the sugar?
The sugar is used as a coating; simply have it ready as needed for rolling the dough balls.