Description
These festive Grinch Cookies are a fun and easy treat perfect for holiday celebrations. Made from a simple vanilla cake mix tinted green and rolled in powdered sugar, each cookie is topped with a red heart sprinkle to add a whimsical Grinch-inspired touch. Soft and chewy with a slight crunch from the sugar coating, they’re a delightful sweet snack that kids and adults alike will enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Dough
- 1 box (15.25 oz) vanilla or white cake mix
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- Green food coloring (a few drops)
Coating and Decoration
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
- Red heart sprinkles (for decoration)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- Make the Cookie Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the vanilla or white cake mix, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix thoroughly until a soft dough forms. Add a few drops of green food coloring and continue stirring until the dough is evenly colored green.
- Form the Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the green dough and roll each into a ball. Roll these dough balls in powdered sugar, ensuring they are completely coated for a sweet, slightly crunchy exterior.
- Add Heart Sprinkles: Arrange the coated cookie dough balls on the prepared baking sheet. Gently press one red heart sprinkle on top of each ball to mimic the Grinch-inspired decoration.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the cookies for 8-10 minutes or until the edges appear set. Avoid overbaking to maintain a soft texture inside.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes to firm up before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve your Grinch Cookies with a glass of milk or a mug of hot cocoa for a festive treat.
Notes
- Use white or vanilla cake mix for the best flavor and texture.
- Adjust the amount of green food coloring to achieve your desired shade.
- For uniform cookies, use a cookie scoop to portion dough.
- Press the red heart sprinkle gently so it sticks but doesn’t flatten the cookie.
- Let cookies cool completely before storing to avoid sogginess.
- Stores well in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
