Best 2 Clever Cake Mix Crinkle Cookies Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful world of crinkle cookies, where each bite is a symphony of flavors and textures. These cookies, made with the clever use of cake mix, boast a crisp exterior that yields to a soft, chewy interior, adorned with a delicate dusting of powdered sugar. With a variety of recipes to choose from, including classic chocolate, red velvet, and funfetti, there's a crinkle cookie to satisfy every craving. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, these recipes offer a delightful and accessible way to create homemade treats that will impress your friends and family.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CAKE MIX FUDGE CRINKLE COOKIES



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Have cake mix? Make cookies! It's easy to make classic chocolate crinkle cookies with a mix.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h50m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ devil's food cake mix
1/3 cup vegetable oil
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
Powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick cookie sheets). In large bowl, stir dry cake mix, oil, eggs and vanilla with spoon until dough forms.
  • Refrigerate dough 15 to 30 minutes, or as needed for easier handling. Shape dough into 1-inch balls. Roll balls in powdered sugar. On ungreased cookie sheets, place balls about 2 inches apart.
  • Bake 9 to 11 minutes or until set. Cool 1 minute; remove from cookie sheets to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes. Store tightly covered.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 125 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 0 g

CLEVER CAKE MIX CRINKLE COOKIES



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This simplifies these cookies to a formula that works with just about any cake mix of a certain weight. (If you don't love to measure, this 4-ingredient recipe is your ticket to cookie bliss.) You can find 3 variations below. Cookies can be stored in an airtight container up to 3 days or frozen up to 3 months.

Provided by thehungryscientist

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Cake Mix Cookie Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (15.25 ounce) package white cake mix
2 large eggs
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
½ cup powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Position a rack in center of the oven and preheat to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Stir cake mix, eggs, and butter together in a large bowl.
  • Shape dough into 1-inch balls; roll in powdered sugar to coat. Set balls about 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets.
  • Bake 1 pan at a time, in the preheated oven, just until edges are firm and cracks appear slightly moist, 9 to 11 minutes. Cool on pans for 3 minutes; transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 59.1 calories, Carbohydrate 8.3 g, Cholesterol 11.6 mg, Fat 2.6 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 62.9 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of cake mixes: Different cake mixes will create different flavors and textures of cookies. For example, a chocolate cake mix will create a rich, chocolatey cookie, while a yellow cake mix will create a light and fluffy cookie.
  • Add mix-ins: Feel free to add your favorite mix-ins to the cookie dough, such as chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit. This will give your cookies a unique flavor and texture.
  • Chill the cookie dough: Chilling the cookie dough before baking helps the cookies to hold their shape and prevents them from spreading too much.
  • Bake the cookies at the right temperature: The temperature of your oven will affect the texture of the cookies. If you bake the cookies at too high a temperature, they will be dry and crumbly. If you bake them at too low a temperature, they will be soft and gooey.
  • Let the cookies cool completely: Once the cookies are baked, let them cool completely on a wire rack before storing them. This will help them to keep their shape and prevent them from becoming too soft.

Conclusion:

Cake mix crinkle cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a variety of cake mixes and mix-ins to choose from, you can create cookies that are unique and flavorful. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dessert, give cake mix crinkle cookies a try!

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