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Christmas Crinkle Cookies (Red & Green)
Meriem Tablit
Festive, colorful, and incredibly soft, these Christmas Crinkle Cookies are made with a simple cake mix base and coated in powdered sugar for that classic crackled top. Perfect for holiday cookie trays, gifts, or baking with kids!
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Prep Time
10
minutes
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Cook Time
10
minutes
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Chill Time (Rest Time)
30
minutes
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Total Time
50
minutes
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Course
Cookies
Cuisine
American
Servings
24
Calories
110
kcal
Equipment
Large mixing bowl
Silicone spatula or wooden spoon
Measuring Cups
Two small bowls (for separating colored dough)
Plastic wrap
Baking sheet
Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
Ingredients
1
box white cake mix
13.25 oz
2
large eggs
1/3
cup
vegetable oil
1/3
cup
powdered sugar
for coating
Red and green gel food coloring
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the white cake mix, eggs, and vegetable oil.
Mix until a smooth, thick dough forms.
Split the dough into two equal portions.
In separate bowls, color one batch red and the other green with gel food coloring.
Mix well until colors are vibrant and even.
Cover bowls with plastic wrap.
Refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm the dough.
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Line baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
Scoop 1 tbsp portions and roll into balls.
Roll each ball generously in powdered sugar until fully coated.
Arrange dough balls 2 inches apart on baking sheet.
Bake for 9-11 minutes until cookies are crinkled and set around the edges.
Do not overbake – centers should remain soft.
Let cookies rest for 2-3 minutes on the baking sheet.
Transfer to wire rack to cool completely before serving or storing.
Optional Add-ins
Add 1 tsp vanilla extract for extra depth.
Mix in white chocolate chips for added sweetness.
Notes
Nutritional Info (Estimated Per Cookie)
Calories: 110
Fat: 5g
Carbs: 15g
Protein: 1g
Sugar: 10g
Keyword
Christmas Crinkle Cookies, Crinkle Cookies