Chocolate Crackling Cookies: A crunchy, gooey treat that's like chocolate gingerbread

These chocolate crackle cookies are a chocolate lover's dream, featuring intense chocolate flavor with a deliciously crunchy exterior and a soft, gooey middle. The cracked sugar coating not only adds a lovely texture, but also enhances the rich, deep taste of cocoa, making these cookies reminiscent of chocolate gingerbread.

Why you'll love it: If you like a mix of textures in your treats, these cookies are for you. The contrast between the crunchy, sweet exterior and the chewy interior will satisfy your cravings for something sweet, chocolaty and slightly sophisticated. They're perfect for those who enjoy a cookie with a little more character and complexity.

Perfect occasion: These cookies are fantastic for festive occasions like Christmas, Halloween or Easter, when you want something a little special and indulgent. They're also perfect for bake sales, coffee breaks or as a homemade gift, packaged in a pretty box with a ribbon.

Decorating Tips: For an extra touch of elegance, sprinkle with a little more powdered sugar after baking, while they are still warm. You can also drizzle them with melted white or dark chocolate to make them even more irresistible.

• Ingredients:
  • 100g unsalted butter
  • 150 g) sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 50g cocoa powder
  • 150g flour
  • 1 teaspoon of baking powder
  • Powdered sugar to coat
• Preparation:
  1. Cream the soft butter with the sugar until smooth, then stir in the eggs.
  2. Sift in the cocoa powder, then add the flour and baking powder, mixing until combined.
  3. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for an hour to firm it up.
  4. Form the dough into 25 g balls, then roll them generously in the powdered sugar to coat them well.
  5. Bake at 180°C for 15 minutes. The cookies will be very soft when they come out of the oven.
  6. Let them cool for 5 to 10 minutes at room temperature so they set properly.

Appreciate these delicious chocolate crackle cookies, which deliver a satisfying crunch and a warm, chocolatey hug in every bite!