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Christmas Cake Mix Cookies

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These festive cookies are made using a boxed cake mix, allowing for a quick and easy way to celebrate the holiday season without the fuss. Soft, colorful, and perfect for cookie swaps and holiday trays.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 box box of cake mix (any flavor) chocolate, vanilla, red velvet, or spice all work well.
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil Substitute: melted butter for richer flavor, or 1/3 cup applesauce for lower fat.
  • 2 large eggs Substitute: 2 egg replacements for vegan option, or 1/4 cup mashed banana for different texture.
  • 1 cup chocolate chips or holiday-themed sprinkles Use white chocolate, M&Ms, or chopped nuts.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Optional but brightens flavor.
  • Powdered sugar for dusting Optional.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, pour in the cake mix. Add the vegetable oil and the eggs. Stir until a soft, cohesive dough forms.
  3. Stir in the chocolate chips or sprinkles and the vanilla extract until evenly distributed.
  4. Use a tablespoon or cookie scoop to portion dough into tablespoon-sized balls. Place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared sheet.
Baking
  1. Bake for 8–10 minutes, looking for lightly golden edges and set tops. Don’t wait for deep browning or they’ll be dry.
  2. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar if you like.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 50mgSugar: 10g

Notes

If you choose a very moist cake mix (some fruit-flavored mixes), you may need a touch less oil. For allergy-friendly swaps, use dairy-free chips and an egg replacer.
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