Description
Delicious and vibrant Strawberry Crinkle Cookies made with a strawberry cake mix for a moist, tender crumb and coated in granulated and powdered sugar for a light, sweet crackled exterior. These cookies are easy to make, bursting with fruity strawberry flavor, and perfect for any occasion or dessert table.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Dough
- 1 (13.25-ounce) box strawberry cake mix
- ⅓ cup melted salted butter
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
Coating
- ½ cup granulated sugar, for rolling
- ½ cup powdered sugar, for rolling
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the strawberry cake mix, melted salted butter, and eggs. Use a hand mixer or stand mixer to blend the ingredients until a smooth, thick cookie dough forms.
- Chill the Dough: Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up, making it easier to handle and shape.
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent sticking.
- Shape the Cookies: Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of the chilled dough. Roll each portion lightly between your hands to form smooth balls.
- Coat the Cookies: Roll each dough ball first in granulated sugar, then in powdered sugar, ensuring they are fully coated to achieve the signature crinkle effect.
- Bake: Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes until the cookies have spread and cracked on the surface and are set but still soft.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely. Enjoy once cooled for the best texture.
Notes
- For more intense strawberry flavor, add ½ teaspoon of strawberry extract to the dough.
- Ensure eggs are at room temperature to help the dough mix evenly.
- Refrigerating the dough helps prevent excessive spreading and improves texture.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
- For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free strawberry cake mix.
