Description
These Patriotic Crinkle Cookies are a festive and colorful treat perfect for holidays like the 4th of July or Memorial Day. Made with a white cake mix and vibrant red and blue colors, these cookies are easy to make and a delight to enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cookies:
- 1 box white cake mix (15.25 oz)
- 2 large eggs
- â…“ cup vegetable oil
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Red and blue gel food coloring
- ½ cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
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 cake mix, eggs, oil, and vanilla until a dough forms. Divide into three portions.
- Color the Dough: Leave one portion plain, color one red, and the other blue. Chill for 15–20 minutes.
- Form the Cookies: Scoop 1 tablespoon of each color, press together, roll in powdered sugar, and place on the baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake for 9–11 minutes until set with crinkled tops. Cool on sheet, then on a wire rack.
Notes
- Use gel food coloring for vibrant colors.
- Perfect for patriotic celebrations.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
