Get ready to transform your kitchen into a festive Irish wonderland with these incredibly easy and delightful St. Patrick's Day Cake Mix Cookies! In just 20 minutes, you'll create a batch of emerald-green treats that are so simple to make, even baking beginners can become instant cookie heroes. Imagine impressing your friends and family with these magical, melt-in-your-mouth cookies that capture the spirit of St. Patrick's Day in every delicious bite!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Cuisine: Irish
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 box cake mix (green velvet or similar)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the green velvet cake mix, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly using an electric mixer or whisk until the ingredients are completely blended and no dry cake mix remains.
- Allow the cookie dough to rest for 5 minutes at room temperature to help it firm up slightly and make it easier to handle.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers appear set but still soft.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 3-4 minutes to help them firm up.
- Transfer the cookies to a wire cooling rack and allow them to cool completely.
- Once cooled, dust the cookies generously with powdered sugar using a fine mesh sifter for a festive St. Patrick's Day appearance.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips
- For the most vibrant green color, choose a green velvet cake mix or add a few drops of green food coloring to enhance the festive look.
- Let the dough rest for 5 minutes before scooping to prevent sticky hands and ensure easier cookie formation.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookie sizes and even baking.
- Don't overbake! Remove cookies when edges are golden but centers still look slightly soft.
- For an extra festive touch, sprinkle some green sugar or shamrock-shaped sprinkles along with the powdered sugar.
- If you want a more intense flavor, add a teaspoon of Irish cream extract or a pinch of cinnamon to the dough.
- Store cookies in an airtight container with a piece of bread to keep them soft and fresh for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 140kcal
Carbohydrates: 18g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 20mg
