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Lucky Green St. Patrick's Day Cookies for Festive Fun

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with these vibrant Lucky Green Cookies made with a joyful crinkle texture and a delightful green hue.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 box White Cake Mix Use gluten-free if necessary
  • 2 large Eggs Essential for binding
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Can substitute with melted butter
  • 1 tbsp Green Food Coloring Gel food coloring recommended
For the Coating
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Provides sweetness
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar Adds texture and appearance

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • electric mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the white cake mix, eggs, and vegetable oil until a sticky dough forms. Gradually add green food coloring, mixing well.
  2. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for about 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  4. In separate shallow bowls, place granulated sugar and powdered sugar for coating.
  5. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, then coat in granulated sugar followed by powdered sugar.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 9–12 minutes until slightly crinkled and set.
  7. After baking, let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 10gIron: 2mg

Notes

Chill the dough for the best texture and shape. Using gel coloring prevents excess moisture, ensuring vibrant cookies.

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