Description
These Patriotic Crinkle Cookies are a fun and festive treat, perfect for patriotic holidays or any occasion where you want to show off your red, white, and blue spirit. Made with a simple cake mix base and colorful gel food coloring, these cookies are easy to make and sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
White Cake Mix Cookies:
- 1 box white cake mix (15.25 oz)
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
Additional Ingredients:
- Red and blue gel food coloring
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
- Optional: red, white, and blue sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix the Dough: In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, oil, and eggs until a soft dough forms.
- Color the Dough: Divide the dough in half and tint each half with red and blue food coloring. Chill the dough for 15–20 minutes.
- Shape and Bake: Roll the dough into balls, coat in powdered sugar, and place on the baking sheet. Bake for 9–11 minutes.
- Cool and Decorate: Let the cookies cool on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Add sprinkles if desired.
Notes
- For best results, use gel food coloring for vibrant colors.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Perfect for Fourth of July, Memorial Day, or any festive occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
