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Cake Mix Gingerbread Cookies

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Skip the stress and embrace the holiday fun with these Cake Mix Gingerbread Cookies! Made with a spice cake mix, molasses, and cozy spices, these soft, cheerful cookies are perfect for decorating with kids, cookie exchanges, or Santa’s special snack on Christmas Eve. No mixer required—just fun and festive flavor!

Ingredients

  • 1 box spice cake mix (15.25 oz)

  • 1/3 cup molasses

  • 1/4 cup butter, melted

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1 tsp ground ginger

  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon

  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg

  • Holiday icing (red, white, green)

  • Assorted candies: M&Ms, candy eyes, sprinkles, etc.

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. In a large bowl, mix together the cake mix, molasses, melted butter, eggs, ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg until a soft dough forms.

  3. Chill dough for 30 minutes for easier rolling and cleaner cookie shapes.

  4. On a floured surface, roll dough to about 1/4-inch thick.

  5. Cut out gingerbread men using cookie cutters and transfer to prepared baking sheet.

  6. Bake for 8–10 minutes until edges are set. Cool completely on a wire rack.

  7. Once cooled, decorate cookies with holiday-colored icing, candies, and sprinkles.

  8. Let icing set before serving or packaging.

Notes

  • Use different shaped cutters (trees, stars, snowflakes) for variety.

  • These cookies are soft and cake-like—store in an airtight container to maintain texture.

  • Great for holiday gift bags, classroom treats, or as a decorating party activity.

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