Grinch Crinkle Cookies
These Grinch Crinkle Cookies are more than just a treat—they’re a way to spread joy and bring the Grinch’s small heart to life. Whether you’re snuggling up with your favorite holiday movie or sharing these festive cookies with friends, they’re guaranteed to be a hit. Make a batch (or two!) and let the holiday magic begin.
Equipment
- 2 Tablespoon Cookie Scoop
- parchment paper
- cookie sheet
Ingredients
- 1 box vanilla or yellow cake mix
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- Green food coloring green gel food coloring works best for a vibrant hue
- ½ cup powdered sugar for rolling
- Jumbo red candy hearts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line two cookie sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, oil, and eggs. Use a stand mixer or a hand mixer on medium speed until the dough is smooth, about 2 minutes.
- Gradually add drops of green food coloring until the dough reaches your desired bright green color.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill in the fridge for 1 hour, or in the freezer for 30 minutes, until the dough is cool and no longer sticky.
- Use a cookie scoop or spoon to portion 2 tablespoons of dough. Roll each ball in a small bowl with powdered sugar until fully coated.
- Place the dough balls on the lined baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart. Bake on the center oven rack for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are set and the centers are no longer shiny.
- While the cookies are still warm, press a red candy heart into the top of each cookie, slightly off-center.
- transfer cookies to a cooling rack and let them set for about 5 minutes.
Notes
Storage and Freezing Instructions
Store these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Freeze baked cookies in a single layer on a tray before transferring them to a plastic freezer bag. They’ll stay fresh for up to 3 months! You can also freeze the cookie dough before baking; roll it into balls, freeze them, and bake when needed (no need to thaw).
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