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Festive Red & Green Crinkle Cookies

Festive Red & Green Crinkle Cookies: Easy Holiday Delight

Delight in these Festive Red & Green Crinkle Cookies, perfect for the holiday season.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 box White Cake Mix Provides sweetness and a soft texture.
  • 2 large Eggs Binds the mixture and adds moisture.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Keeps the cookies moist.
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Key for crackled look.
  • 1 tbsp Red Gel Food Coloring Use natural alternatives for healthier option.
  • 1 tbsp Green Gel Food Coloring Use natural alternatives for healthier option.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the white cake mix, large eggs, and vegetable oil. Stir until a thick dough forms, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Divide the dough into two portions, color one with red gel food coloring and the other with green.
  3. Cover the colored dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  4. After chilling, scoop and roll the dough into 1 inch balls, then coat each in powdered sugar.
  5. Place the sugar-coated balls on a prepared baking sheet, spaced 2 inches apart.
  6. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 9 to 11 minutes.
  7. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 2-3 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 10gCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Watch baking times to avoid dry cookies. Store in an airtight container for freshness.

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