Festive Cherry Chip Cookies with Coconut Cream Frosting
These delightful cookies are made from a luscious cherry chip cake mix, providing a burst of fruity sweetness in each bite. Topped with a velvety coconut cream cheese frosting and a sprinkle of festive green sugar, they are sure to bring holiday cheer to your gatherings. Soft, chewy, and bursting with flavor, these cookies are perfect for classroom parties, family get-togethers, or as a sweet treat to share with friends. Your kids will love not just making them but eating them too, and they are simple enough for little hands to help out. Whip up a batch today and make sweet memories this holiday season!
30
Servings
N/A
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Cherry chip cake mix
18 1/4 ounces (none)
Eggs
2 (beaten)
Vegetable oil
1/2 cup (none)
Green sprinkles (colored sugar)
1 tablespoon (none)
Cream cheese
8 ounces (softened)
Powdered sugar
2 cups (none)
Imitation vanilla extract
1 tablespoon (none)
Sweetened flaked coconut
1 cup (none)
Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cherry chip cake mix, beaten eggs, vegetable oil, and green sprinkles. Stir until well blended and the dough is smooth.
3
Using your hands or a cookie scoop, roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined cookie sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
4
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. The cookies will look soft but will set as they cool.
5
Allow the cookies to cool completely on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack.
6
While the cookies are cooling, prepare the frosting. In a medium bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and sweetened flaked coconut until smooth and creamy.
7
Once the cookies are completely cool, generously frost each cookie with the coconut cream cheese frosting.
8
Sprinkle additional green sprinkles on top for a festive touch. Enjoy your Festive Cherry Chip Cookies!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Festive Cherry Chip Cookies?
Festive Cherry Chip Cookies are delightful treats made from a cherry chip cake mix, topped with a velvety coconut cream cheese frosting and festive green sugar.
What is the main flavor profile of these cookies?
These cookies provide a burst of fruity sweetness from the cherry chip base combined with a creamy coconut and vanilla frosting.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe yields approximately 30 servings.
What temperature should I set my oven to?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) before baking.
What is the base ingredient for the cookie dough?
The dough is made using one 18 1/4 ounce package of cherry chip cake mix.
How much vegetable oil is required?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of vegetable oil.
How many eggs are needed and how should they be prepared?
You will need 2 eggs, and they should be beaten before being added to the mix.
How long should the cookies bake?
Bake the cookies for 10 minutes; they will look soft but will set as they cool.
What size should I roll the dough into?
Roll the dough into 1-inch balls using your hands or a cookie scoop.
How far apart should I space the cookies on the baking sheet?
Place the dough balls about 2 inches apart on the parchment-lined cookie sheet.
Should I frost the cookies immediately after baking?
No, allow the cookies to cool completely on the baking sheet and then on a wire rack before frosting.
What ingredients are in the coconut cream cheese frosting?
The frosting consists of softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and sweetened flaked coconut.
How much cream cheese is used in the frosting?
The recipe requires 8 ounces of softened cream cheese.
What type of coconut is used?
The recipe uses 1 cup of sweetened flaked coconut.
How much powdered sugar goes into the frosting?
You will need 2 cups of powdered sugar.
What type of vanilla extract is suggested?
The recipe specifically mentions 1 tablespoon of imitation vanilla extract.
How are the green sprinkles used?
One tablespoon is stirred into the dough, and additional sprinkles are added on top of the frosting for a festive look.
Is this recipe suitable for kids to help with?
Yes, the recipe is simple enough for little hands to help roll the dough balls and frost the cookies.
What occasions are these cookies best for?
They are perfect for Christmas, holiday treats, classroom parties, and family get-togethers.
Do I need to grease the baking sheet?
The recipe recommends using a parchment-lined cookie sheet instead of greasing.
How do I know when the cookies are done?
They should be removed after 10 minutes when they appear soft; they firm up during the cooling process.
What is the texture of the finished cookies?
The cookies are soft, chewy, and topped with a creamy frosting.
Can I use a different color of sprinkles?
Yes, while green is suggested for a festive holiday look, you can use any color you prefer.
How should I mix the frosting?
Beat together the cream cheese, sugar, vanilla, and coconut in a medium bowl until smooth and creamy.
What is the category of this recipe?
This recipe is categorized under Desserts.
How many ingredients are in this recipe in total?
There are 8 total ingredients used in this recipe.
Is the frosting applied generously?
Yes, the instructions suggest generously frosting each cookie once they are completely cool.
What is the best way to cool the cookies?
Start by cooling them on the baking sheet, then transfer them to a wire rack.
Does the dough need to be chilled before baking?
No, the instructions do not require chilling the dough; you can roll and bake immediately after mixing.
Can I serve these at a preschool?
Yes, they are tagged as preschool snacks and are popular for school-aged children's parties.