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Patrick’s Day Cookies

Delicious Patrick’s Day Cookies that Everyone Will Love

Enjoy these Patrick's Day Cookies that combine the ease of cake mix with a festive flavor, perfect for celebrating St. Patrick's Day.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 box White Cake Mix Any brand works to ensure simple preparation without measuring flour.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Substitution: Melted butter can be used for a richer flavor.
  • 2 large Eggs Substitution: 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce per egg could work for a lighter version.
  • 1 tablespoon Kelly Green Gel Food Coloring Gel-based coloring is preferred for vibrant color without thinning the dough.
For the Coating
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar Skipping the powdered sugar will result in a less sweet finish.

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

How to Make Patrick’s Day Cookies
  1. In a large bowl, mix together the white cake mix, vegetable oil, and eggs until a sticky dough forms. Ensure everything is well incorporated for that delightful consistency.
  2. Pour in the Kelly green gel food coloring and stir until the dough is evenly tinted to a vibrant green hue. The color will add that festive flair!
  3. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. This step helps firm up the dough, preventing excessive spreading during baking.
  4. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). While the oven heats, line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure easy release of the cookies later.
  5. Once chilled, take the dough out and roll it into 1-tablespoon-sized balls. First, coat each ball in granulated sugar, then roll in powdered sugar to create that signature crinkle look.
  6. Place the sugar-coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, making sure to leave about 2 inches of space between them for spreading.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 9–12 minutes. Look for puffed cookies that are set around the edges but still soft in the center for that perfect chewy texture.
  8. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before carefully transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps maintain their shape and soft texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 2IUIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Drizzle with a simple icing for extra sweetness!

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