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    Home » Updates » Cake Mix Peppermint Cookies

    Cake Mix Peppermint Cookies

    Published: Dec 6, 2021 · Modified: Dec 6, 2021 by Vicky

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    I love easy recipes and it really doesn't get much easier than cake mix cookies. With just a few ingredients, you can bake up soft and delicious cookies that taste like a whole lot of work went into them. These Christmas Cake Mix Peppermint Cookies make the perfect holiday treat!

    With just a few ingredients, you can bake up soft and delicious cookies that taste like a whole lot of work went into them. These Christmas Cake Mix Peppermint Cookies make the perfect holiday treat!
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    • Why you'll love these cookies
    • Ingredients
    • How to make Peppermint Cookies with Cake Mix
    • Cake Mix Peppermint Cookies
    • Frequently asked questions
    • Do you want to cook with your kids?
    • Related posts

    Why you'll love these cookies

    • Only 4 ingredients
    • Cook up in just 10-12 minutes
    • The peppermint chips really give these Christmas cookies the flavor of peppermint candy
    cake mix peppermint cookies on a plate

    Ingredients

    • Yellow cake mix
    • Oil
    • Eggs
    • Andes Peppermint Crunch Baking Chips
    cake mix, oil, eggs and peppermint chips

    How to make Peppermint Cookies with Cake Mix

    Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Add the yellow cake mix and canola oil to a large bowl.
    Crack two eggs and add them to the bowl as well.

    bowl with cake mix, eggs and oil

    Stir the ingredients together until a dough forms.

    cake batter in a silver bowl

    Add in one cup of Andes peppermint chips to the dough and mix everything until thoroughly combined.

    cake mix with peppermint chips in a silver bowl

    Line baking sheets with parchment paper. You can also use a Silpat baking mat if you wish. Drop dough by rounded teaspoonfuls onto a parchment lined cookie sheet.

    You can also you a medium sized cookie scoop. Place the cookies a few inches apart on the baking sheet.

    Use the additional ¼ cup of peppermint chips on the top of the cookie dough. Sprinkle them on top and push them into the dough.

    cookie dough on a  cookie sheet

    Bake the cake mix cookies for 10-12 minutes at 350 degrees.

    cookie dough with peppermint chips

    When you remove them from the oven, let them cool on the pan for a few minutes.

    baked cookies on a cookie sheet

    Then, place the cookies on a cooling rack to cool.

    peppermint cookies on a cooling rack

    This recipes makes 2 batches of cookies for a total of 24.

    stack of peppermint cookies

    This dessert recipe would be perfect for a cookie exchange.

    stack of peppermint cookies

    Enjoy the wonderfully refreshing minty flavors of these cookies.

    peppermint cookies on a white plate with a candy cane

    Cake Mix Peppermint Cookies

    With just a few ingredients, you can bake up soft and delicious cookies that taste like a whole lot of work went into them. These Christmas Cake Mix Peppermint Cookies make the perfect holiday treat!
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    Course: cookies
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: cake mix cookies, cake mix peppermint cookies
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 24
    Calories: 176kcal
    Author: Vicky

    Equipment

    • Cookie Sheet
    • Large bowl
    • Cooling rack

    Ingredients

    • 1 15.25 oz box yellow cake mix
    • ⅓ cup canola oil vegetable oil works too
    • 2 eggs
    • 1 cup Andes Peppermint Chips
    • ¼ cup Andes Peppermint Chips for topping

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Add the yellow cake mix and canola oil to a large bowl.
    • Crack two eggs and add them to the bowl as well.
    • Mix together until a dough forms.
    • Add in one cup of Andes peppermint chips to the dough and mix until thoroughly combined.
    • Drop dough by rounded teaspoonfuls onto a parchment lined cookie sheet. Place the cookies a few inches apart.
    • Use the additional ¼ cup of peppermint chips on the top of the cookie dough. Sprinkle them on top and push them into the dough.
    • Bake the cake mix cookies for 10-12 minutes at 350 degrees. When you remove them from the oven allow them to cool on the cookie sheet.
    • Place the cookies on a cooling rack to cool. 

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 176kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 168mg | Potassium: 15mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 20IU | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 1mg

    This nutritional information is approximate and was calculated using online calculators. Your nutritional information may vary depending on numerous factors.

    cookie with peppermint chips on a white plate.

    Frequently asked questions

    How do you make cookies with cake mix?

    Typically, you add ½ cup of oil and 2 eggs to a box of cake mix. From there you can add other mix-ins, like chocolate chips.

    How do I store these Christmas cookies?

    You can store these cookies in an air tight container for up to five days.

    What can I use in these cookies if I can't find Andes Peppermint Crunch Chips?

    You can finely chop pieces of Ghirardelli Peppermint Bark.

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    1. Kristen

      December 06, 2021 at 2:37 pm

      5 stars
      These cookies turned out great! Will make them again!

    2. Jess

      December 06, 2021 at 2:43 pm

      5 stars
      These are perfect for the holidays! I love serving them with homemade hot cocoa!

    3. Jenny

      December 06, 2021 at 4:32 pm

      5 stars
      Wow, I had no idea you could make cookies from cake mix! This makes holiday baking so much easier with little kids, and my kids loved the cookies.

    4. Elaine

      December 06, 2021 at 4:37 pm

      5 stars
      Can't wait to make a big batch of these. Love having enough throughout the week!

    5. Nic

      December 06, 2021 at 4:52 pm

      5 stars
      Okay so fun, so quick and easy and perfect to make with my kids. Thanks for the great recipe!

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