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Grinch Cookies

Learn how to make Grinch cake mix cookies for Christmas! These are so cute, easy to make, and perfect for parties.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 127kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 box white cake mix
  • 1 stick unsalted butter softened
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 Tbsp cornstarch
  • Gel food coloring green
  • red heart sprinkles

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  • Use a hand-held or stand mixer to combine cake mix, butter, and eggs until just combined.
  • Add in vanilla extract and green gel food coloring until desired green color is met, mixing until fully blended.
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  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
  • In a small mixing bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and cornstarch.
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  • Scoop out the cookie dough with 1 1/2 tablespoon cookie scoop rolling gently in hands to shape.
  • Place the dough into the powdered sugar and roll to coat.
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  • Place the cookies onto the lined baking sheet and press down slightly. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookie edges start to brown a little bit.
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  • Remove the cookies from the oven and gently place one heart-shaped sprinkle onto each cookie.
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  • Allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before moving to the wire rack to cool completely.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1cookie | Calories: 127kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 155mg | Potassium: 20mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 137IU | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 0.5mg