Grinch Cookies
Grinch Cookies are vibrant, peppermint-flavored treats with a heart-shaped sprinkle for holiday cheer. This simple recipe delivers a festive holiday treat for any celebration.
Ingredients
- 15.25 oz 432g white cake mix
- 8 tbsp 115g unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 2 tsp peppermint extract
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Green gel food coloring 3–4 drops
- ¼ cup 32g powdered sugar
- 3 tbsp 24g cornstarch
- 18 red heart-shaped sprinkles
Instructions
Preheat Oven
- I preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment for this cheery holiday cookies treat.
Mix Dough
- In a large bowl, I combine 15.25 oz cake mix, 8 tbsp butter, and 2 eggs with a mixer on low until smooth. I add 2 tsp peppermint extract, ½ tsp vanilla, and 3–4 drops green food coloring, mixing until vibrant for this minty green dessert.
Prepare Coating
- In a small bowl, I whisk ¼ cup powdered sugar and 3 tbsp cornstarch for this simple recipe’s cracked finish.
Shape Cookies
- I scoop dough into 18 balls using a 1½ tbsp scoop, roll in sugar mixture, and place 1 inch apart on the baking sheet for this festive holiday treat.
Bake
- I bake 10–12 minutes until edges are set and tops are dry, then press a heart sprinkle into each warm cookie for this Grinch Cookies.
Cool
- I cool cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack for this cheery holiday cookies treat.
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container for maximum freshness.
- Adjust the amount of food coloring to achieve your desired shade of green.
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