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Equipment
Method
Step 1: Prepare Your Equipment
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line baking trays with parchment paper.
Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients
- In a bowl, whisk together:
- Eggs
- Oil
- Vanilla extract
- Mix until smooth.
Step 3: Add the Cake Mix
- Add the chocolate cake mix to the wet ingredients.
- Use a spatula to combine until a thick dough forms.
- The dough will be sticky — that’s exactly right!
Step 4: Chill the Dough (Optional But Recommended)
- Chill the dough for 20–30 minutes to make rolling easier and to help the cookies puff up more.
Step 5: Roll in Powdered Sugar
- Place powdered sugar in a small bowl.
- Using a cookie scoop, roll dough into balls.
- Coat each dough ball very generously in powdered sugar.
- A thick coating gives beautiful snowy crinkles.
Step 6: Bake
- Place cookies on the tray, leaving space for spreading.
- Bake for 9–11 minutes, until:
- Tops form big crinkles
- Centers look soft
- Edges are lightly set
- Do NOT overbake — they firm up as they cool.
Step 7: Cool
- Let cookies sit on the tray 5 minutes.
- Transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Notes
🧊 Storage & Reheating
Room Temperature Store in an airtight container for 5–6 days. Freezer Freeze baked cookies or dough balls for up to 2 months. Reheating Warm for 6–7 seconds in the microwave for a fudge-like texture. 🥄 Variations
1. Double Chocolate Cake Mix Crinkles Add chocolate chips or chunks to the dough. 2. Peppermint Crinkle Cookies Add a hint of peppermint extract and top with crushed candy canes. 3. Hot Cocoa Crinkles Add mini marshmallows after baking for a warm hot-cocoa twist. 4. Red Velvet Crinkles Use red velvet cake mix for a festive color. 5. Espresso Crinkle Cookies Add instant coffee for bold chocolate depth. 6. Funfetti Crinkles Add holiday sprinkles for Christmas color. ❓ 10 FAQs
1. Can I use any brand of cake mix? Yes — any chocolate cake mix works. 2. Why is my dough too sticky? Cake mix dough is naturally sticky. Chill it 20 minutes. 3. Why didn’t my cookies crinkle? You may not have used enough powdered sugar — coat thickly. 4. Can I use butter instead of oil? Oil keeps cookies soft, but melted butter works too. 5. Can I add nuts? Yes — pecans, walnuts, or hazelnuts work great. 6. Why are my cookies dry? They were overbaked — remove when centers still look soft. 7. Can kids help make this recipe? Yes — it's extremely kid-friendly. 8. Can I use gluten-free cake mix? Yes — it works beautifully. 9. How do I make them thicker? Chill the dough longer or add 2 tbsp of flour. 10. Can I make them ahead? Yes — the dough stays good in the fridge for 48 hours. 🏁 Conclusion These Chocolate Crinkle Cake Mix Cookies are proof that baking amazing holiday treats doesn’t have to be complicated. With just a few ingredients and minimal prep time, you can whip up soft, chocolatey, beautifully cracked cookies that look impressive and taste even better. They’re perfect for Christmas parties, holiday platters, last-minute baking, and cozy winter nights. The cake mix base guarantees soft, chewy texture and rich chocolate flavor every single time. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced baker, these cookies are guaranteed to become a holiday tradition. Make them once, and you’ll be making them every winter — they’re that easy and that good!
Room Temperature Store in an airtight container for 5–6 days. Freezer Freeze baked cookies or dough balls for up to 2 months. Reheating Warm for 6–7 seconds in the microwave for a fudge-like texture. 🥄 Variations
1. Double Chocolate Cake Mix Crinkles Add chocolate chips or chunks to the dough. 2. Peppermint Crinkle Cookies Add a hint of peppermint extract and top with crushed candy canes. 3. Hot Cocoa Crinkles Add mini marshmallows after baking for a warm hot-cocoa twist. 4. Red Velvet Crinkles Use red velvet cake mix for a festive color. 5. Espresso Crinkle Cookies Add instant coffee for bold chocolate depth. 6. Funfetti Crinkles Add holiday sprinkles for Christmas color. ❓ 10 FAQs
1. Can I use any brand of cake mix? Yes — any chocolate cake mix works. 2. Why is my dough too sticky? Cake mix dough is naturally sticky. Chill it 20 minutes. 3. Why didn’t my cookies crinkle? You may not have used enough powdered sugar — coat thickly. 4. Can I use butter instead of oil? Oil keeps cookies soft, but melted butter works too. 5. Can I add nuts? Yes — pecans, walnuts, or hazelnuts work great. 6. Why are my cookies dry? They were overbaked — remove when centers still look soft. 7. Can kids help make this recipe? Yes — it's extremely kid-friendly. 8. Can I use gluten-free cake mix? Yes — it works beautifully. 9. How do I make them thicker? Chill the dough longer or add 2 tbsp of flour. 10. Can I make them ahead? Yes — the dough stays good in the fridge for 48 hours. 🏁 Conclusion These Chocolate Crinkle Cake Mix Cookies are proof that baking amazing holiday treats doesn’t have to be complicated. With just a few ingredients and minimal prep time, you can whip up soft, chocolatey, beautifully cracked cookies that look impressive and taste even better. They’re perfect for Christmas parties, holiday platters, last-minute baking, and cozy winter nights. The cake mix base guarantees soft, chewy texture and rich chocolate flavor every single time. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced baker, these cookies are guaranteed to become a holiday tradition. Make them once, and you’ll be making them every winter — they’re that easy and that good!