Green Crinkle Cookies (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Cookie Dough
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15.25 ounce box white cake mix (about 3 cups)
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⅓ cup vegetable oil
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2 large eggs
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¼ teaspoon Kelly green gel food coloring
→ Coating
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3 tablespoons granulated sugar
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6 tablespoons powdered sugar
# Instructions:
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In a large bowl, combine the white cake mix, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix together with a spatula until the ingredients are fully incorporated and form a sticky dough.
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Add the Kelly green gel food coloring to the dough and mix thoroughly until the color is evenly distributed throughout the dough, creating a vibrant green color perfect for St. Patrick's Day.
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Cover the bowl of dough with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator to chill for 30 minutes. This makes the sticky dough easier to handle and helps the cookies maintain their shape while baking.
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
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Place the granulated sugar in one small bowl and the powdered sugar in another small bowl to create two separate coating stations for the cookie dough.
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Using a 1 tablespoon cookie scoop, portion the dough and roll between your hands to form balls. Roll each ball first in the granulated sugar until completely coated, then roll in the powdered sugar until fully covered with a white coating.
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Place the coated cookie dough balls on the prepared cookie sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading during baking.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 9 to 12 minutes until the cookies are set but still soft in the center.
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Allow the cookies to cool on the cookie sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a paper towel or wire rack to cool completely.
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Once cooled, store the cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
# Notes:
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These vibrant green cookies are perfect for St. Patrick's Day celebrations or any festive occasion.
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The double-coating process creates a crackled effect as the cookies bake and spread, with the white powdered sugar contrasting beautifully against the bright green cookie.
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Gel food coloring is recommended over liquid food coloring as it provides more intense color without affecting the consistency of the dough.
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These cookies will stay fresh for up to 5 days when stored in an airtight container at room temperature.