Cake Mix Crinkle Cookies

Ingredients and What Each One Does

• 1 box (15.25 oz) cake mix – Provides structure, sweetness, and flavor; any variety works (chocolate, red velvet, lemon, strawberry, etc.).
• 2 large eggs – Bind the dough and give the cookies a soft, chewy interior.
• 1/3 cup vegetable oil – Adds moisture and richness, helping create a tender, slightly fudgy texture.
• 1 cup powdered sugar – Coats the dough balls so they bake with a snowy, crinkled exterior.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare the Dough

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
3. In a medium bowl, combine the dry cake mix, eggs, and vegetable oil.
4. Stir until a thick, sticky dough forms; some stickiness is normal.

2. Shape the Cookies

5. Pour the powdered sugar into a shallow bowl.
6. Scoop dough into tablespoon-sized balls using a cookie scoop or lightly oiled hands.
7. Roll each ball thoroughly in powdered sugar until fully coated.

3. Bake

8. Place coated dough balls on the baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
9. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the tops are cracked and the cookies look set around the edges but still soft in the center.
10. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 2–3 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
    
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