Best 2 Holiday Cake Mix Cookies Recipes
As the holiday season approaches, the enticing aroma of freshly baked cookies fills the air, evoking memories of joy, family, and festive celebrations. If you're searching for a delightful and effortless way to indulge in this holiday tradition, look no further than the magic of holiday cake mix cookies. These delectable treats, crafted with the convenience of cake mix, offer a delectable symphony of flavors, textures, and festive cheer. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this guide will lead you through the delightful journey of creating these irresistible holiday cake mix cookies, transforming your kitchen into a hub of sweet aromas and holiday magic.
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CAKE MIX HOLIDAY COOKIES
These soft and tender cookies are made with cake mix and topped with a white chocolate-cream cheese frosting, so it's no surprise that they look and taste just like little cupcake tops.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories dessert
Time 1h30m
Yield 38 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- For the cookies: Position oven racks in the top and bottom thirds of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F. Coat 2 baking sheets with cooking spray.
- Beat the cake mix, butter, eggs and 1/3 cup water with an electric mixer on medium speed in a large bowl until smooth and no bits of dry cake mix are left. Drop the batter by the tablespoonful (a small ice cream scoop will make this task easier) onto the prepared baking sheets about 1 1/2 inches apart. (You will have additional batter for a second batch.)
- Bake until the cookies are set around the edges but still soft in the center, about 8 minutes. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely (the rounded tops will sink slightly). When the baking sheets are cool, repeat with the remaining batter.
- For the frosting: Melt the butter and chocolate in a medium microwavable bowl in the microwave in 1-minute increments, stirring in between, until smooth.
- Beat the cream cheese, confectioners' sugar and vanilla together with an electric mixer on medium speed in a large bowl until smooth. Pour the chocolate mixture into the cream cheese mixture and beat until smooth.
- Frost the cookies, decorate with sprinkles and serve.
HOLIDAY CAKE MIX COOKIES
This is one of my variations of Linda's "Cake Mix Cookies", and I thought the changes warranted it as a separate recipe. For the white chocolate chips, I used those red and green swirled ones that Nestle puts out at holiday time. I chilled the dough a bit in the fridge before doing the first dozen, and then set the bowl back in the fridge between each dozen to make it just a smidge easier to work with. From start to finish, it only took an hour to have four dozen pretty and tasty cookies to add to my holiday cookie tins!
Provided by Targetgirl
Categories Drop Cookies
Time 1h
Yield 48 cookies, 48 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Combine cake mix, white chocolate chips, coconut and dried cranberries in a large mixing bowl. Make a well in the center.
- Combine egg whites, vanilla extract and oil in a small bowl. Add to the ingredients in the large bowl and stir well to combine. If the mixture seems too dry, add up to 1 Tbs. water, so that all ingredients are well incorporated. Chill in refrigerator for 20-30 minutes.
- Spray a cookie sheet with cooking spray or line it with parchment paper. Form dough into small balls, using a heaping half tablespoonful of dough for each cookie. Place balls on cookie sheets, about an inch apart.
- Bake 8-10 minutes, or until the cookies are just golden brown in spots on the top. Let them cool for a minute or two on the cookie sheet before removing them to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 92.1, Fat 4.9, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 0.5, Sodium 81.3, Carbohydrate 11.2, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 8.5, Protein 0.9
Tips:
- For chewier cookies, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
- Use a cookie scoop to ensure uniform cookie sizes and even baking.
- Line your baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Bake the cookies until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set, but not too dry.
- Let the cookies cool completely on the baking sheets before transferring them to a wire rack.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze them for up to 2 months.
Conclusion:
With endless flavor combinations and variations, cake mix cookies are a versatile and delicious treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you prefer classic chocolate chip, festive red velvet, or indulgent s'mores, there's a cake mix cookie recipe out there to satisfy your cravings. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dessert, reach for a box of cake mix and get creative in the kitchen. Happy baking!
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