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Cake Mix Crinkle Cookies Recipe

Cake Mix Crinkle Cookies Recipe


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  • Total Time: 18-20 minutes
  • Yield: 24 1x

Description

Sweet chocolate crinkle cookies bring winter magic straight from grandma’s kitchen. Powdered sugar dusts these rich, fudgy treats with irresistible charm you’ll savor down to the last delightful crumb.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 1 box cake mix (any flavor)
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/3 cup (79 ml) vegetable oil

Coating Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup (60 g) powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Prepare the oven by heating to 350F (175C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for optimal cookie performance.
  2. In a mixing bowl, thoroughly combine cake mix, eggs, and vegetable oil until the mixture forms a smooth, consistent dough.
  3. Using clean hands, gently shape the dough into compact, bite-sized spheres approximately 1-inch in diameter.
  4. Generously roll each dough ball through powdered sugar, ensuring complete and even coating for that classic crinkle appearance.
  5. Arrange the sugar-dusted dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving slight spacing between each cookie to allow for spreading.
  6. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, watching for slightly set edges and a soft, pillowy center.
  7. Remove from oven and let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 2-3 minutes to stabilize their structure.
  8. Carefully transfer cookies to a wire cooling rack, allowing them to cool completely and develop their signature crackled surface.
  9. Serve and savor these delightfully simple, melt-in-your-mouth cake mix crinkle cookies.

Notes

  • Experiment with different cake mix flavors like chocolate, vanilla, or funfetti to create unique cookie variations.
  • For a healthier twist, swap vegetable oil with unsweetened applesauce or Greek yogurt to reduce fat content.
  • Chill the dough for 30 minutes before rolling to prevent sticky hands and ensure more uniform cookie shapes.
  • Add extra flavor by mixing in chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or sprinkles into the dough before rolling.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
  • Category: Desserts, Snacks
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 24
  • Calories: 108 kcal
  • Sugar: 7 g
  • Sodium: 95 mg
  • Fat: 4 g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 16 g
  • Fiber: 0.5 g
  • Protein: 1.2 g
  • Cholesterol: 20 mg