Description
These festive Grinch Cookies are a delightful holiday treat made with a simple white cake mix base, bright neon green gel food coloring, and a fluffy Cool Whip addition for a soft, chewy texture. Coated in powdered sugar and topped with red heart sprinkles, they make a fun and colorful snack perfect for Christmas celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 15.25 ounces white cake mix
- 8 ounces Cool Whip, thawed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon neon green gel food coloring (add more if needed for desired color)
For Coating and Decoration
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- Red heart sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a sheet pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the white cake mix, thawed Cool Whip, large egg, and neon green gel food coloring. Gently mix using a rubber spatula until the ingredients are evenly combined without overmixing to maintain the cookie texture.
- Sugar Coat the Dough: Using a medium-sized cookie scoop, portion out balls of the sticky cookie dough. Roll each ball thoroughly in powdered sugar to coat them well; this step improves both texture and appearance after baking.
- Arrange Cookies: Place the powdered sugar-coated dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake: Bake the cookies for 12-13 minutes until the edges are firm and the tops appear set. Avoid overbaking to keep them soft and chewy.
- Decorate: Immediately after removing the cookies from the oven, press one red heart sprinkle onto the top of each cookie so it adheres while still warm.
- Cool and Serve: Let the cookies cool completely on the baking sheet before serving to allow them to set properly and become easier to handle.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to keep cookies tender and chewy.
- Adjust the amount of green gel food coloring to achieve your desired shade of green.
- Use parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking and for simpler cleanup.
- Allow cookies to cool fully on the baking sheet as moving them too soon can cause breakage.
- These cookies store well in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Grinch Cookies, Christmas Cookies, Holiday Treats, Green Cookies, Cake Mix Cookies, Festive Cookies
