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Cool Whip Cookies

Cultural Context

Cool Whip Cookies are a delightful American treat that emerged from the convenience food culture of the 1970s. Utilizing Cool Whip as a key ingredient, these cookies are known for their soft, cake-like texture and ease of preparation. They are often made for family gatherings and potlucks, showcasing the playful spirit of American home baking. Today, variations abound with different cake mixes and mix-ins, making them a versatile favorite.

AmericanUSdessert
30 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
15 ounces cake mix
1 egg
Cool Whip (thawed)
powdered sugar (for rolling)
1

Thaw the Cool Whip at room temperature for a few hours or in the refrigerator overnight.

2

Add 15 ounces of cake mix into a mixing bowl.

3

Crack 1 egg into the bowl with the cake mix.

4

Add the thawed Cool Whip into the bowl with the cake mix and egg.

5

Use a hand mixer to mix the ingredients until well combined, noting that the dough will be thick and sticky.

6

Incorporate any extra powder from the cake mix into the dough.

7

Prepare a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

8

Use a cookie scoop to scoop out the dough, rolling each scoop in powdered sugar before placing it on the cookie sheet.

9

Space the cookie dough balls out on the cookie sheet, placing two per row to allow for spreading during baking.

10

Preheat the oven to 350°F.

11

Bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes, checking for a light golden color around the edges and a non-glossy top with crackles before removing them from the oven.

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlhand mixercookie scoopcookie sheetparchment paper or silicone baking mat

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Allergens

milkeggsgluten

Also Known As

Cool Whip Cookies

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