Grinch Cookies

Looking to add a magical and mischievous touch to your Christmas festivities? These Grinch Cookies are the perfect answer! With their beautiful vibrant green color and little red hearts, they perfectly capture the spirit of the famous Dr. Seuss character, while offering a delicious taste experience.

The magic starts in your kitchen

Hi, I’m Karly Campbell, and I’m so excited to share with you this recipe that makes kids’ eyes light up every time. What makes these Grinch Cookies so special is how simple they are – they start with a simple box of cake mix and some Cool Whip, but the result is absolutely magical.

The secrets of guaranteed success

The essential ingredients

To create these little wonders, you will need:

• 1 box white (or yellow) cake mix
• 1 pot de Cool Whip (8 oz)
• 1 egg
• Green food coloring
• Powdered sugar for coating
• Red heart shaped vermicelli for decoration

The choice of cake mix is ​​flexible – white or yellow work equally well. Cool Whip is the secret ingredient that gives these cookies their incomparably moist and light texture.

Step by step preparation

1. The basic mix : Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, mix the cake mix with the egg and Cool Whip until smooth.
2. The Grinch’s Touch : Add the green food coloring gradually until you get the perfect shade – think Grinch’s fur! Feel free to be generous with the coloring to get a nice bright color.
3. The perfect shape : Using a cookie scoop, form balls of dough and roll them in powdered sugar. The dough will be sticky, that’s okay! This is what gives the cookies their unique texture.
4. Cooking : Arrange the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving enough space between them. Bake for 12-13 minutes, until the cookies are lightly browned on the edges.
5. The Finishing Touch : Once the cookies have cooled, decorate them with a small red heart in the center – like the Grinch’s heart that grew three sizes!

Conservation and tips

These Grinch Cookies keep perfectly in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days. For longer storage, you can freeze them for up to 3 months.

To serve

These Grinch Cookies are perfect served with:

• A creamy white hot chocolate
• A peppermint mocha
• A glass of homemade eggnog
• Our delicious white chocolate Christmas popcorn

Pro Tips

• The dough will be sticky – this is normal and desirable!
• Use parchment paper to prevent cookies from sticking
• Don’t hesitate to refill your hands with powdered sugar regularly during shaping.
• Let cookies cool completely before decorating.

Nutritional information

By 1 Grinch Cookies :

• Calories : 115
• Carbohydrates: 18g
• Protein: 1g
• Lipids: 4g
• Sucres : 12g

The final word

These Grinch Cookies aren’t just cookies – they’re a complete festive experience that will delight young and old alike. Their simple preparation makes them a perfect activity to do as a family, creating precious holiday memories.

Don’t forget to share your creations on social media with the hashtag #GrinchCookies – I love seeing your versions of this magical recipe!

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FAQ – Grinch Cookies au Cool Whip

General questions

Q: Are these Grinch Cookies really as easy to make as you say? A: Absolutely! With only 5 main ingredients and a prep time of less than 20 minutes, this is one of the easiest Christmas cookie recipes out there. If you can mix ingredients in a bowl, you can make these cookies!

Q: How many Grinch Cookies does this recipe make? A: This recipe makes about 24 medium-sized cookies. You can easily double the recipe for a larger quantity.

Questions about ingredients

Q: Can I use a yellow cake mix instead of white? A: Yes, absolutely! Both work perfectly. The only difference may be a slight variation in the final shade of green, but the cookies will be just as delicious.

Q: What if I can’t find Cool Whip? A: Cool Whip is a key ingredient for the unique texture of these cookies. If you can’t find it, you can use generic frozen whipped cream, but avoid fresh whipped cream as the texture will not be the same.

Q: What type of food coloring should I use? A: Gel food coloring works best because it provides a more intense color without affecting the consistency of the batter. Liquid food coloring works too, but you may need to use more.

Questions about preparation

Q: Why is my dough so sticky? A: This is normal! The dough is naturally sticky because of the Cool Whip. This is what gives the cookies their unique chewy texture. Use powdered sugar on your hands to make handling easier.

Q: How do you know when cookies are done? A: Cookies are done when they are lightly browned on the edges but still soft in the center, usually after 12-13 minutes. Do not overbake them, they should remain soft.

Conservation Questions

Q: How long do these cookies last? A: In an airtight container at room temperature, they will last for 3-4 days. In the freezer, they will last for up to 3 months.

Q: Can I make the dough in advance? A: It is best to bake the cookies as soon as the dough is ready. The unique texture created by the Cool Whip may be affected if the dough sits too long.

Questions about decoration

Q: Should the red hearts be added before or after baking? A: Always add the hearts after baking, once the cookies are completely cooled. This ensures that the decoration stays crisp and the hearts keep their beautiful red color.

Q: Can I use other decorations? A: Sure! While red hearts are traditional for the Grinch theme, you can use other festive decorations. Just make sure they are red to keep with the Grinch spirit.

Troubleshooting

Q: My Grinch Cookies are flattening too much during baking. What should I do? A: Try refrigerating the dough for 30 minutes before shaping into balls, and make sure your oven is preheated to the correct temperature.

Q: The green color is not intense enough. How can I make it brighter? A: Use gel food coloring instead of liquid, and don’t hesitate to add it gradually until you get the desired shade. The color fades slightly when cooked.