Dirt and Worm Cake Mix Cookies
Dirt and Worm Cake Mix Cookies are an easy and fun treat with a rich chocolate base, smooth ganache, and playful gummy worms. Perfect for Halloween, birthday parties, or just because. These cookies are sure to be a hit with both kids and adults.
Ingredients
- 1 (15.25 ounce) box chocolate cake mix
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable or canola oil
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup crushed Oreos about 9 whole cookies
- 18 gummy worms
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, eggs, and canola oil. Mix until a soft sticky dough forms.
- Use a medium cookie scoop to drop dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Add chocolate chips to a small microwave-safe bowl. Pour the heavy cream over the chocolate chips and microwave for 45 seconds. Allow the bowl to rest for 1 minute before whisking the chocolate and cream to form the ganache.
- Once the cookies are cool, spread a spoonful of ganache (about 1 tablespoon) over each one. Sprinkle the crushed Oreos and gently press the gummy worms into the ganache while it is still wet.
- Allow the ganache to set before serving. Enjoy your Dirt and Worm Cake Mix Cookies!
Notes
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days. If you prefer a firmer ganache or live in a warmer climate, you can store the cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Let them come to room temperature before serving.
- To freeze the cookies, place them in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until solid. Once frozen, transfer the cookies to a freezer-safe container or zip-top bag. They can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving. Note, the consistency of the gummy worms will change slightly once frozen and thawed.
- This recipe was tested using a 15.25 ounce cake mix. If using a smaller 13.25 ounce box, reduce the oil to 1/3 cup.
Nutrition
Calories: 303kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 26mgSodium: 238mgPotassium: 163mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 101IUVitamin C: 0.03mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg
Disclaimer: Nutrition information is estimated based on automated calculations and should be considered as an approximation. These estimates are provided as a courtesy. Please use your own brand's nutritional values to verify accuracy.
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