Description
These Festive Green Sugar Cookies are a delightful twist on classic sugar cookies, made easy with white cake mix and tinted with vibrant green gel food coloring. Perfect for holiday gatherings or festive celebrations, these cookies feature a crackled sugar coating that adds a delightful texture and sparkle. Soft, chewy, and visually striking, they bake quickly and are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 1 box white cake mix
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon green gel food coloring
Coating
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Make the dough: In a large bowl, combine the white cake mix, eggs, and vegetable oil. Stir thoroughly until the mixture forms a consistent dough.
- Add color: Incorporate the green gel food coloring into the dough and mix well until the color is evenly distributed, creating a vibrant green dough.
- Chill the dough: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the dough to firm up, making it easier to shape.
- Prepare to bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Shape the cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll each into a smooth ball.
- Coat the cookies: Roll each dough ball first in granulated sugar, then in powdered sugar to create a crackled, frosted appearance once baked.
- Arrange for baking: Place the coated dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake: Bake the cookies for 9 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden, indicating they are cooked through.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- For deeper green color, add additional gel food coloring a few drops at a time.
- Ensure to chill the dough to prevent excessive spreading during baking.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- This recipe can be doubled or halved depending on your needs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
