Description
Delightfully festive Grinch Cookies made with white cake mix and tinted a vibrant green, these soft and chewy cookies are perfect for holiday celebrations. Rolled in powdered sugar and topped with a red heart sprinkle, they capture the playful spirit of the Grinch in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Dough
- 1 box (15.25 oz) white cake mix
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon mint or vanilla extract
- Green gel food coloring (as needed for vibrant color)
Coating & Decoration
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
- Red heart sprinkles (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the white cake mix, vegetable oil, eggs, and extract (mint or vanilla). Stir until a thick dough forms, ensuring all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Add Green Coloring: Gradually add green gel food coloring to the dough, mixing thoroughly after each addition, until you achieve a vibrant Grinch-green shade perfect for a festive appearance.
- Shape and Coat Dough Balls: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll each into a ball. Then roll each ball in powdered sugar until fully coated to create a sweet, snowy outer layer.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the sugared dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them to allow spreading during baking.
- Add Toppings: Gently press a single red heart sprinkle on top of each dough ball to add a charming decorative touch reminiscent of the Grinch’s heart.
- Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are set while the centers remain soft for a chewy texture.
- Cool Cookies: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up slightly, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving or storing.
Notes
- You can substitute peppermint extract for mint or vanilla extract for a festive holiday flavor.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days to keep them fresh.
- These cookies are perfect for holiday cookie trays or gifting to friends and family.
