Instructions
1. Prep and Mix
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Preheat your oven to ().
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Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
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In a large bowl, combine the entire dry angel food cake mix and the thawed whipped topping.
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Add the vanilla extract.
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Using a spatula or a hand mixer on low speed, mix until just combined. The batter will be thick and sticky, resembling a very light cookie dough.
2. Color and Scoop (The Christmas Step)
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If you wish to make colored cookies, divide the dough into separate bowls. Add 1-2 drops of red gel food coloringto one bowl and green to another. Mix gently until the color is uniform.
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Using a small cookie scoop (about 1.5 tablespoons) or two spoons, drop rounded scoops of the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between them.
3. Bake and Cool
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Bake for 10 to 12 minutes. The cookies should look set, slightly puffy, and the edges should be lightly golden (avoid overbaking, or they will dry out).
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Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
4. Decorate for the Holidays
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Once completely cooled, you can decorate them.
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Simple Dusting: Dust with powdered sugar for a snowy look.
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Festive Sparkle: Before baking, sprinkle the tops with red or green sanding sugar.
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Glaze: Whisk together 1 cup of powdered sugar with 2 tablespoons of milk and a drop of vanilla to create a simple white glaze for dipping.
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❄️ Decorator’s Delight & Storage Tips
Make Them Festive
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Wreath Shape: Use a piping bag with a star tip to pipe the green dough into small wreath shapes. Decorate with tiny red dots (made from icing or a small piece of candied cherry) to mimic berries.
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Peppermint Twist: Omit the vanilla extract and use peppermint extract instead. Before baking, crush candy canes and sprinkle the pieces on top of the dough.
Storage
Angel Food Cake Cookies maintain their texture best when stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Since they are so light, they can become delicate, so handle them with care!
