These festive Christmas cookies are so easy to make and are always a hit during the holiday season. You only need a few pantry staples to pull them together. After a quick trip to the store, you’ll have everything you need. Just follow these simple instructions, and you’ll have a holiday treat that your guests will devour in no time. Everyone loves a good Christmas cookie!
Ingredients for Christmas Cookies:
- 1 box (15.25 oz) vanilla cake mix;
- 2 large eggs;
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil;
- Green food coloring (gel preferred for vibrant color);
- Chocolate chips or M&M’s.
How to Make Christmas Cookies:
- In a large bowl, mix the cake mix, eggs, and vegetable oil until the dough is smooth;
- Add the green food coloring and mix well until the color is uniform;
- Fold in the chocolate chips or M&M’s;
- Cover the dough and refrigerate for 30 minutes;
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper;
- Remove the dough from the refrigerator;
- Shape the dough into small balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet;
- Bake for 10 to 15 minutes at 350°F (180°C);
- Allow them to cool completely before serving!
Tips for Success:
These cookies look beautiful on a Christmas dessert table! You can also adapt this recipe for other holidays by playing with different food coloring or toppings like sprinkles, confetti, or multi-colored candies. Let your creativity shine!
You can use this same dough base to cut out festive shapes using holiday-themed cookie cutters. Another delicious idea is to drizzle them with melted chocolate for an extra indulgent touch.
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