Strawberry Dream Cookies
These Strawberry Dream Cookies are delightfully soft and bursting with fruity flavor. Made effortlessly with a boxed cake mix, they provide a delectable balance of sweetness and texture. Perfect for a quick afternoon treat or a delightful addition to your dessert table.
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Servings
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Calories
4
Ingredients
Ingredients
Strawberry Cake Mix
18 1/4 ounces (Betty Crocker Super Moist)
Vegetable Oil
1/2 cup (none)
Large Eggs
2 (none)
Confectioners' Sugar
1/4 cup (for coating)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and gather all your ingredients.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the strawberry cake mix, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix until the batter is smooth and well-blended. Use an electric mixer or stir by hand.
3
Using your hands or a cookie scoop, form balls of dough, approximately the size of a tablespoon, and place them onto ungreased cookie sheets. Ensure each cookie ball is spaced about 2 inches apart.
4
Allow the cookie dough to rest on the sheets for 5-10 minutes, allowing the outer layer to dry slightly.
5
Roll each dough ball in the confectioner's sugar to coat lightly, then return them to the cookie sheets.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just set. Be careful not to overbake as these cookies should remain soft.
7
Once baked, allow the cookies to cool on the cookie sheets for approximately 5 minutes. This helps them retain their shape.
8
Transfer the cookies to a wire rack and let them cool completely before serving.
9
Enjoy your delicious Strawberry Dream Cookies!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Strawberry Dream Cookies?
Strawberry Dream Cookies are soft, fruity treats made effortlessly using a boxed cake mix for a perfect balance of sweetness and texture.
What is the main ingredient in this recipe?
The main ingredient is 18 1/4 ounces of Strawberry Cake Mix, specifically Betty Crocker Super Moist.
What oven temperature is required for baking?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How much vegetable oil is needed?
The recipe requires 1/2 cup of vegetable oil.
How many eggs are used in the Strawberry Dream Cookies?
Two large eggs are needed for this recipe.
What type of sugar is used for coating the cookies?
1/4 cup of confectioners' sugar is used to coat the dough balls before baking.
Do I need to grease the cookie sheets?
No, the instructions specify using ungreased cookie sheets.
How long should the cookies bake?
The cookies should bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just set.
Can I mix the batter by hand?
Yes, you can mix the batter by hand or use an electric mixer until it is smooth and well-blended.
What size should the dough balls be?
Dough balls should be formed approximately the size of a tablespoon.
How much space should be between each cookie on the sheet?
Each cookie ball should be spaced about 2 inches apart.
Why do the dough balls need to rest before being coated in sugar?
Allowing the dough to rest for 5-10 minutes lets the outer layer dry slightly, which helps the confectioners' sugar adhere better.
How long should the cookies cool on the baking sheet?
Allow the cookies to cool on the cookie sheets for approximately 5 minutes to help them retain their shape.
Where should the cookies cool after leaving the baking sheet?
Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to let them cool completely.
What is the texture of these cookies?
These cookies are designed to be delightfully soft.
How many ingredients are required in total?
This recipe requires 4 ingredients: strawberry cake mix, vegetable oil, large eggs, and confectioners' sugar.
Is this recipe considered easy for beginners?
Yes, it is tagged as an 'easy baking' and 'quick recipe,' making it perfect for beginners.
Can these cookies be served at parties?
Yes, they are ideal for party snacks and dessert tables.
What brand of cake mix is suggested?
The recipe suggests using Betty Crocker Super Moist Strawberry Cake Mix.
Should the cookies be overbaked for a crispier edge?
No, you should be careful not to overbake them as these cookies are intended to remain soft.
What tool can be used to scoop the dough?
You can use your hands or a cookie scoop to form the balls of dough.
What is the weight of the cake mix box used?
The recipe calls for an 18 1/4 ounce box of cake mix.
Are these cookies fruit-flavored?
Yes, they are bursting with fruity strawberry flavor from the cake mix.
What are the primary tags for this recipe?
Tags include strawberry cookies, dessert, cake mix cookies, and sweet treats.
How many servings does this recipe make?
The specific number of servings is not provided in the recipe data, but it uses one standard box of cake mix.
Can I use a different type of oil?
The recipe specifically calls for vegetable oil, but other neutral oils may work.
What is the final step before enjoying the cookies?
The final step is to let them cool completely on a wire rack.
Is the batter smooth or chunky?
The batter should be mixed until it is smooth and well-blended.
What is the preparation required for the eggs?
No special preparation is needed for the two large eggs.
Is there any nutritional information available?
Nutritional data such as calories, fat, and sugar are not specified for this particular recipe.