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Grinch Cookies

These cheerful Grinch Cookies are an easy, colorful holiday treat with a soft and cakey texture, perfect for festive occasions.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 16 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough Ingredients
  • 1 box vanilla cake mix (approx. 15.25 oz) Base for the cookie dough
  • 2 large eggs Binds the ingredients and adds structure
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil Keeps cookies soft and moist
  • 1/4 teaspoon green gel food coloring Gives the cookies their iconic Grinch color
Sugar Coating
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar Adds texture and initial sugar coating
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar Creates the crinkle effect on the cookie surface
Decoration
  • 16 pieces red heart sprinkles or candies Decorates each cookie and symbolizes the Grinch’s heart

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, empty the box of vanilla cake mix.
  2. Add 2 eggs and 1/3 cup of vegetable oil to the mix.
  3. Add 1/4 teaspoon green gel food coloring and mix until a bright green dough forms.
  4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes.
Baking
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. Place granulated sugar and powdered sugar on two separate plates.
  3. Use a 1-inch cookie scoop to portion dough, roll into balls by hand.
  4. Roll each dough ball first in granulated sugar, then in powdered sugar.
  5. Place on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  6. Bake for 12 minutes or until edges are set and centers are soft.
  7. Remove from oven and immediately press a red heart sprinkle into the upper right of each cookie.
  8. Cool on a wire rack for 15–20 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use gel food coloring for vibrant color. Chill the dough as directed, and do not overbake for a tender texture.