Description
Grinch cake mix cookies bring whimsical holiday cheer with their festive green hue and simple preparation. Delightful Christmas treats sparkle with sweet nostalgia, inviting celebration and joy for anyone seeking seasonal magic.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 (15.25 ounces/432 grams) box white or yellow cake mix
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, melted
Coloring and Decoration:
- 1 teaspoon green food coloring (gel or liquid)
Garnish:
- Red heart-shaped sprinkles or candies
Instructions
- Prepare the kitchen workspace by setting the oven temperature to 350F (175C) and lining baking sheets with parchment paper, creating a clean foundation for the Grinch-inspired treats.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, transform the cake mix into a vibrant dough by incorporating melted butter and eggs, stirring until a uniform consistency emerges. Infuse the mixture with green food coloring, creating a whimsical Grinch-like hue that ranges from soft sage to bold emerald.
- Craft delicate dough spheres using a tablespoon measure, gently rolling each portion between palms to create smooth, uniform balls. Arrange these green orbs on the prepared baking sheets, ensuring ample spacing to allow for gentle spreading during baking.
- Personalize each cookie by delicately nestling a crimson heart-shaped sprinkle directly into the center, symbolizing the Grinch’s growing love and transformative spirit.
- Slide the cookie-laden sheets into the preheated oven, allowing the treats to bake for 8-10 minutes. Watch carefully as the edges firm up and the cookies develop a slight puffiness, indicating they’re approaching perfect doneness.
- Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to rest on the baking sheet for a brief 5-minute cooling period. Carefully transfer the delicate treats to a wire cooling rack, letting them reach room temperature and solidify their tender texture.
Notes
- Customize the green color intensity by gradually adding food coloring, ensuring a vibrant Grinch-like hue without compromising dough consistency.
- Prevent cookie spreading by chilling the dough for 15-20 minutes before shaping, which helps maintain their adorable round shape.
- Experiment with alternative sprinkle decorations like mini heart candies or red sugar crystals for varied festive appearances.
- Swap butter with coconut oil for a dairy-free version, maintaining the cookie’s soft texture and delightful flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 4.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg