Christmas Crinkle Cookies
Ingredients
- Pillsbury Purely Simple White Cake Mix
- 2 Eggs
- 1/3 cup oil
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
- Red and green food coloring
Directions
- 1
Mix eggs, oil and cake mix in a large bowl.
- 2
Separate dough into two equal amounts.
- 3
In small bowls dye one part red and the other part green. The dough has play dough-like consistency, so I found it easiest to mix the colors by hand.
- 4
Refrigerate dough for at least 30 minutes to create fluffier cookies.
- 5
Roll tablespoon-size balls of dough in powdered sugar and place on a Silpat or parchment-lined cookie sheet.
- 6
Bake for 9-11 minutes at 375 degrees.
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About this Recipe
Craving classic Christmas cookies that look impressive but come together in a flash? These homemade Christmas Crinkle Cookies are your answer for festive treats without the holiday stress. Perfect for those last-minute cookie exchanges or thoughtful gifts, they bring cheer to any holiday gathering. The magic lies in using a simple Pillsbury Purely Simple White Cake Mix, transforming basic ingredients like eggs and oil into beautiful cookies in under 30 minutes. This clever shortcut ensures a perfectly tender crumb every time, making them truly the ultimate cake mix cookies for any urgent need.
Imagine soft, slightly chewy cookies with a delightful sweet aroma, each one artfully cracked to reveal a vibrant pop of red and green color beneath a snowy blanket of powdered sugar. These festive crinkles offer that quintessential holiday look and taste, delivering pure joy with every bite. Their inherent simplicity, stemming from the cake mix base, makes them incredibly approachable, perfect for even novice bakers seeking impressive results without a lengthy ingredient list or complex techniques.
While the classic red and green food coloring evokes traditional Christmas cheer, feel free to get creative with your color palette. You could make a single vibrant color for a specific theme or even experiment with other festive shades for different occasions. This easy customization allows you to tailor the cookies to any celebration.
These cheerful cookies are ideal for holiday cookie exchanges, gifting to neighbors and friends, or simply adding a festive touch to your family's dessert platter. Their charming appearance and delightful taste make them a welcome addition to any festive spread.