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Festive Green Cookies for St. Patrick’s Day

These Lucky Green Crinkle Cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with festive charm! Made with cake mix, they are incredibly easy to prepare, requiring just a few simple ingredients. Their vibrant green color makes them perfect for St. Patrick’s Day, Christmas, or any fun celebration. With a signature crinkled look and a dusting of powdered sugar, these cookies are as delicious as they are eye-catching!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 20 -24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 box 15.25 oz white cake mix (about 3 cups)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon Kelly green gel food coloring
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons powdered sugar

Method
 

  1. Preheat Oven – Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Make the Dough – In a large mixing bowl, combine the white cake mix, eggs, and vegetable oil. Stir until a soft dough forms. Add the green gel food coloring and mix until the color is evenly distributed.
  3. Chill the Dough – For easier handling, refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes.
  4. Prepare the Sugar Coating – Place granulated sugar in one small bowl and powdered sugar in another.
  5. Shape the Cookies – Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into smooth balls. First, coat each dough ball in granulated sugar, then roll it generously in powdered sugar.
  6. Bake – Arrange the coated dough balls 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are set and the tops develop a crinkled effect.
  7. Cool & Serve – Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Chilling the dough helps prevent the cookies from spreading too much and makes them easier to roll.
  • Double-coating in granulated and powdered sugar ensures the best crinkle effect.
  • Use gel food coloring instead of liquid for a more vibrant green without altering the dough’s consistency.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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