Description
Festive Christmas crinkle cookies bring holiday cheer with their powdered sugar-dusted chocolatey goodness. Bakers delight in creating these classic treats that melt in your mouth and spread winter magic at family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 box white cake mix
- 2 eggs
- 1/3 cup (79 ml) vegetable oil
Flavoring:
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla
Decorative Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup (40 g) powdered sugar
- red food coloring gel
- green food coloring gel
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment at 375°F, positioning a rack in the center and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone mat to prevent sticking and ensure uniform baking.
- Create a uniform base by whisking together white cake mix, eggs, vanilla extract, and vegetable oil in a large mixing bowl until the mixture becomes a cohesive, thick dough.
- Divide the prepared dough into two equal portions, strategically separating them into distinct containers for color application.
- Incorporate vibrant holiday colors by adding red food coloring to one portion and green to the other, thoroughly mixing until the pigments are evenly distributed throughout each dough section.
- Refrigerate both colored dough portions for a minimum of 30 minutes, allowing the mixture to firm up and become more manageable for shaping.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion out small rounds of dough and roll them into smooth spheres, then generously coat each ball with powdered sugar to create the signature crinkle effect.
- If the dough proves too sticky, gradually incorporate additional flour, one tablespoon at a time, to achieve the ideal rolling consistency.
- Arrange the sugar-coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, maintaining approximately 2 inches of space between each cookie to prevent merging during baking.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes, watching for a set exterior while maintaining a soft, slightly tender center—avoid over-baking to preserve the cookies’ delicate texture.
- Allow the cookies to rest on the baking sheet for a brief 2-3 minutes before transferring to a wire cooling rack, enabling them to set and develop their characteristic crackled appearance.
Notes
- Swap regular cake mix with gluten-free alternatives for those with dietary restrictions, ensuring everyone can enjoy these festive treats.
- Control color intensity by gradually adding food coloring, allowing precise customization of red and green hues for a personalized holiday look.
- Prevent dough stickiness by chilling longer or adding extra flour, which helps maintain cookie shape and makes rolling easier.
- Store cookies in an airtight container with parchment paper between layers to maintain softness and prevent cracking for several days.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg