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Cake Mix Christmas Cookies


  • Author: WAFA LI

Ingredients

• 1 box (15.25 oz) white or yellow cake mix (any brand)
• ⅓ cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
• 2 large eggs
• ½ cup chopped pecans, walnuts, or sprinkles (optional)
• Optional: ½ tsp vanilla extract
• Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Festive Variations:
Red Velvet: Use red velvet cake mix + white chocolate chips
Lemon: Use lemon cake mix + poppy seeds
Chocolate Chip: Use yellow cake mix + ½ cup chocolate chips
Funfetti: Use funfetti cake mix + extra sprinkles


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, combine cake mix, oil, eggs, and vanilla (if using). Mix until well blended.
  3. Fold in nuts, chips, or sprinkles if desired.
  4. Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough and place on trays (they spread slightly).
  5. Bake 8–10 minutes, until edges are lightly golden.
  6. Let cool on the tray 5 minutes—they’ll firm up as they cool. Then transfer to a wire rack.
  7. Dust with powdered sugar before serving for a snowy finish!

Perfect for:
• Cookie exchanges
• School parties
• Last-minute treats

💡 Make ahead: Dough can be chilled for thicker cookies. Freeze unbaked balls for quick treats later!

PREP TIME & NUTRITION :
Prep Time : 10 mins , Cook Time : 10 mins , Total Time : 20 mins , Servings : 24 cookies , Calories : 90 per cookie , Net Carbs: 14g , Fats: 4g , Protein: 1g