For a deeper chocolate flavor, use dark cocoa powder. Ensure the shortening is at room temperature for easier creaming. Chilling the dough is crucial for preventing excessive spreading during baking. Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Wagon Wheel Cookies
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME10 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 30 mins
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SERVING36 People
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VIEWS63
Indulge in these rich, dark chocolate Wagon Wheel Cookies, a delightful treat with a unique crackled appearance and a satisfying crunch of walnuts. A timeless recipe perfect for any occasion!
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate22 g
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Cholesterol21 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein2 g
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Saturated Fat1 g
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Sodium93 mg
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Sugar15 g
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Fat6 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepIn a large bowl, cream together the granulated sugar and shortening using an electric mixer until light and smooth. (5 minutes)
02
StepBeat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract. (2 minutes)
03
StepIn a separate large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. (2 minutes)
04
StepGradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. Stir in the chopped walnuts. (3 minutes)
05
StepCover the dough tightly with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the dough to firm up and the flavors to meld. (60 minutes)
06
StepPreheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. (10 minutes)
07
StepPlace the confectioners' sugar in a shallow bowl.
08
StepRoll the chilled dough into walnut-sized balls. Then, roll each ball in the confectioners' sugar, ensuring it's fully coated. Place the cookies 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. (20 minutes)
09
StepBake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cookies spread slightly and develop a crackled appearance on top.
10
StepRemove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely. (5 minutes)
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Jewell Zemlak
May 29, 2025The chilling time is a must! It really makes a difference in the texture of the cookies.
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Mar 26, 2025I've been searching for a good chocolate cookie recipe, and this is it! The crackled tops are so pretty.
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Nov 20, 2024These are now a staple in my baking rotation. Thank you for sharing this wonderful recipe!
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Sep 17, 2024My family devoured these in one sitting! They are so easy to make and taste amazing.