What better way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day than with some easy, delicious cookies? You don’t need to be a master chef to whip up these treats. They’re perfect for busy moms who want to add a little fun to the holiday without spending hours in the kitchen. Let’s get right into it!
What You’ll Need:
- A 15.25-ounce box of white cake mix (about 3 cups)
- 1/3 cup of oil
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ teaspoon of Kelly green gel food coloring
- 3 tablespoons of granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons of powdered sugar
Let’s Bake:
- Mix the Basics: Grab a large bowl and add your white cake mix, oil, and eggs. Stir everything together with a spatula until you get a sticky dough. It’s that simple!
- Color It Green: It’s not St. Patrick’s Day without green! Add the green food coloring to your dough and mix it in until the color spreads evenly.
- Chill Out: Cover your bowl with plastic wrap and pop it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. This chill time makes the dough easier to handle later.
- Prep Your Oven and Tray: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Line your cookie sheet with parchment paper to keep those cookies from sticking.
- Sugar Coating Time: Pour the granulated sugar into a small bowl. Do the same with the powdered sugar in another bowl. You’ll use these to coat your cookies for an extra sweet touch.
- Shape Your Cookies: Using a 1 tablespoon cookie scoop, scoop out the dough and roll it into balls between your hands. This is a great step to get the kids involved – they’ll love it!
- Double Sugar Coat: Roll each cookie dough ball first in the granulated sugar until it’s fully coated. Then, give it another roll, this time in the powdered sugar. This double-coating will give your cookies a lovely sweet crust.
- Bake Time: Place your sugary dough balls on the cookie sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each. Bake in the oven for 9 to 12 minutes.
- Cool and Enjoy: Let them cool for 5 minutes on the cookie sheet before transferring them to a paper towel or wire rack. They’re best enjoyed warm, but you can store them in an airtight container too.
Why You’ll Love These Cookies:
- Super Easy: The recipe is straightforward and perfect for a quick baking session. No fancy ingredients or complicated steps.
- Kid-Friendly: A fun way to get the little ones involved in the kitchen. They can help with mixing, shaping, and of course, eating.
- Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day: These green-tinted cookies will add a festive touch to any St. Patrick’s Day celebration.
- Delicious: They’re soft, sweet, and just the right amount of sugary. Who can resist a good cookie?
So there you have it, an easy St. Patrick’s Day cookie recipe that’s sure to be a hit with both kids and adults. It’s a straightforward, no-fuss treat that brings a little holiday cheer to your home without taking up too much of your time. Happy baking, and enjoy your St. Patrick’s Day celebrations with these sweet little additions!
