Description
These vibrant Grinch Cookies are a fun and festive treat made with white cake mix, Cool Whip, and neon green food coloring. Soft and tender with a sweet powdered sugar coating and a charming red heart sprinkle on top, they’re perfect for holiday celebrations or any time you want to add a pop of color and whimsy to your dessert table.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Dough
- 15.25 ounces white cake mix
- 8 ounces Cool Whip, thawed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon neon green gel food coloring (more as needed)
Coating and Decoration
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- Red heart sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a sheet pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the white cake mix, thawed Cool Whip, egg, and neon green gel food coloring. Using a rubber spatula, gently mix the ingredients until just combined, careful not to overmix to keep the dough soft and tender.
- Scoop and Coat: Using a medium-sized cookie scoop, take portions of the sticky dough and roll each ball directly into a bowl of powdered sugar. Make sure each ball is fully coated to help prevent sticking during baking and to add a sweet outer layer.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the powdered sugar-coated dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake the Cookies: Bake the cookies for 12 to 13 minutes, or until the edges are firm and the tops look set—this ensures the cookies are cooked through but still soft inside.
- Add Decorations: Remove the cookies from the oven and immediately press a red heart sprinkle gently onto the center of each cookie so it adheres as the cookies cool.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet before serving to let them firm up and make them easier to handle.
Notes
- Gel food coloring is used here because it provides vibrant color without thinning the dough.
- Make sure the Cool Whip is fully thawed before mixing to ensure an even texture.
- Rolling the dough in powdered sugar helps reduce stickiness and gives the cookies a delightful sweet crust.
- Keep spacing between cookies to prevent them from merging while baking.
- These cookies are best enjoyed within a few days and can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Grinch Cookies, Green Christmas Cookies, Festive Cookies, Cake Mix Cookies, Holiday Cookies
