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Christmas Cake Mix Cookies
These Christmas Cake Mix Cookies are the shortcut treat every busy baker needs. They are bright, chewy and full of holiday cheer. With pantry staples and a few festive add-ins, you’ll have cookies ready in under an hour. They are perfect for parties, cookie swaps, or cozy nights in. These Christmas Cake Mix Cookies are proof that festive baking doesn’t have to be complicated. With their chewy texture, colorful candies, and easy prep, they’re a recipe you’ll return to year after year.

Ingredients
Instructions
- Step 1
Beat together the cake mix, eggs, and vegetable oil until combined. Add the food coloring and beat until well mixed.
- Step 2
Stir in the M&Ms and chocolate chips.
- Step 3
Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Step 4
When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 5
Use a tablespoon to scoop a heaping spoonful of dough. Roll the dough into a ball and place it on the lined baking sheet. Press the dough down slightly, then decorate with additional candy and chocolate chips if desired. Continue until all the dough has been used.
- Step 6
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, until the edges of the cookies are slightly brown.
- Step 7
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for five minutes, then transfer to a wire cooling rack to cool completely before serving.
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