Embrace the holiday spirit with these colorful and festive Cake Mix Christmas Cookies. Using a simple vanilla cake mix, this recipe transforms basic ingredients into delightful cookies speckled with holiday-themed M&M’s and white chocolate chips. Ideal for cookie exchanges, family gatherings, or just a fun baking session with the kids, these cookies are sure to bring smiles and spread cheer.
Quick, Colorful, and Irresistibly Sweet
These Cake Mix Christmas Cookies are not only easy to make but also fun to decorate. The optional addition of green and red food coloring makes these cookies extra festive, making them a perfect treat for all your holiday celebrations. Let’s whip up a batch of these merry cookies that are as joyful to look at as they are to eat!
Pro Tips for the Best Cake Mix Cookies
- Even Mixing: Ensure the cake mix, oil, and eggs are thoroughly combined for a smooth dough.
- Color Creatively: If using food coloring, mix it in thoroughly to achieve a vibrant, even color without overworking the dough.
- Perfect Portions: Use a cookie scoop to drop consistent amounts of dough onto your baking sheets, ensuring even baking.
- Don’t Overbake: Watch the baking time closely—removing the cookies while the centers are still soft gives them a chewy, delightful texture.
- Cool Properly: Let the cookies set on the baking sheet for a couple of minutes before moving them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps them firm up without breaking.
Cake Mix Christmas Cookies Recipe:
- Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 10 minutes
- Serving: Makes about 24 cookies
- Equipment: Large bowl, cookie sheets, wire rack
This recipe is perfect for last-minute gatherings or when you need a quick, festive treat.
Ingredients:
- 1 box (15.25 oz) vanilla cake mix
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup holiday-themed M&M’s
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- Green and red food coloring (optional)
Directions:
- Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line cookie sheets with parchment paper.
- Make Dough: In a large bowl, mix the cake mix, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until a dough forms. If using, divide the dough and add food coloring.
- Add Extras: Fold in the M&M’s and white chocolate chips.
- Shape Cookies: Drop rounded spoonfuls of the dough onto the prepared sheets.
- Bake: Cook for 8-10 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers are slightly soft.
- Cool: Allow cookies to cool on the sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Celebrate with Sweetness
These Cake Mix Christmas Cookies are a cheerful addition to any holiday table or party. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, they encapsulate the festive spirit in every bite. Bake a batch, share with friends, and watch the holiday magic unfold one cookie at a time!
