Après Ski and Candy Cane Crinkle Cookie Recipes!

If you're looking to add some festive cheer to your holiday baking, these Après Ski and Candy Cane Crinkle cookie recipes are perfect treats that blend ease, flavor, and seasonal vibes. The Après Ski Cookies start with a simple base: a box of Devil’s Food cake mix combined with melted butter and eggs, providing a moist, chocolatey foundation. Folding in Andes mint baking chips adds a creamy peppermint twist that complements the rich chocolate well, delivering a refreshing holiday flavor. For your convenience, chilling the cookie dough balls before baking lets the flavors meld and helps retain their shape, making for evenly baked cookies that are soft inside and slightly crisp on the outside. Rolling the dough balls in granulated and powdered sugar before baking adds a beautiful sugary crust that enhances both texture and presentation. The Candy Cane Crinkle Cookies use a red velvet cake mix for a vibrant holiday color, mixed with the same Andes peppermint chips for a consistent minty highlight. Like the Après Ski Cookies, these are chilled and rolled in sugar to create that iconic crackled surface after baking. Both recipes bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 to 12 minutes, ensuring a perfect balance between softness and slight chewiness. These recipes are great for bakers at any skill level because they mainly use cake mix as a base, simplifying the preparation process without sacrificing taste. Plus, they use familiar holiday flavors—peppermint and rich chocolate—that guests will love. Don’t forget, you can follow the series for additional holiday cookie recipes, and if you prefer organized printable versions, free PDFs of these recipes will be made available through the Linktree link provided. By trying these cookie recipes, you’re not just making desserts; you’re creating warm holiday memories. Share them with loved ones at parties, gift them during Christmas, or enjoy a cozy baking day at home. The aromatic combination of chocolate and peppermint truly embodies the spirit of the holiday season.