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Christmas Cake Mix Cookies

These easy and festive cookies combine cake mix with vibrant red and green M&Ms, creating a delightful treat perfect for the holiday season.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 15.25 ounces white cake mix One box
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup clear soda e.g. lemon-lime soda, Ginger-Ale, or club soda
  • 3/4 cup red and green M&Ms
  • 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
Optional Garnishes
  • sprinkles Holiday-themed sprinkles can be added
  • red or green food coloring For color enhancement

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two sheet pans with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, and clear soda. Add red or green food coloring if desired.
  3. Stir until fully combined and smooth.
Mixing
  1. Fold in the red and green M&Ms and white chocolate chips gently.
Baking
  1. Scoop 2-inch dollops of dough onto the prepared pans, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  2. Sprinkle optional garnishes on top if desired.
  3. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until the centers are set and edges are golden.
  4. Let the cookies cool on the pan for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Serving
  1. Serve cookies at gatherings and enjoy with hot cocoa or eggnog.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days; can be frozen for 2-3 months. Experiment with different types of cake mix and add-ins for variations.