Easy St. Patrick's Day Cookies
These festive cookies, made with a boxed cake mix, are easy to prepare and perfect for celebrating St. Patrick's Day.
Ingredients
For the cookie batter
- 1 box 15.25 oz White Cake Mix (about 3 cups)
- 2 Large Eggs Ensure they are at room temperature.
- 1/3 cup Vegetable Oil Also at room temperature.
- 1/4 teaspoon Kelly Green Gel Food Coloring Adjust for desired color intensity.
For coating
- 3 tablespoons Granulated Sugar For coating.
- 6 tablespoons Powdered Sugar For coating.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F, adjusting the oven racks to the middle position.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, and vegetable oil. Stir until well mixed and a smooth batter forms.
- Add the Kelly Green Gel Food Coloring to the dough and mix thoroughly.
- Prepare your baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper if desired. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the sheet, spaced about 2 inches apart.
Coating and Baking
- In a small bowl, combine granulated sugar and powdered sugar for coating.
- Roll each dough ball in the sugar mixture before placing them back on the baking sheet.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden. Let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For best results, ensure ingredients are at room temperature and avoid overmixing the dough. These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 0.5gSodium: 160mgSugar: 8g
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