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Earthquake Cookies

SUBMITTED BY: Topoac  PHOTO BY: Krista A. 

"These cookies are so easy to make, you'll probably crumble! You can use any flavor cake mix you like for these cookies. The possibilities are endless!"
Earthquake Cookies Recipe
RECIPE RATING:
This recipe has been rated 21 times with an average star rating of 4.6
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Original recipe yield 4 dozen

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1 (18.25 ounce) package devil's food cake mix
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • 3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 1 tablespoon water

DIRECTIONS

  1. Mix cake mix, eggs, shortening, and water in medium size bowl; mix with a spoon. Chill for 1 hour.
  2. Shape dough into balls, roll in powdered sugar. Place on cookie sheet and bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 8-10 minutes; or until brown.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.57 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 9, 2006 by TUNISIANSWIFE 
I have to give these a 5 for ease of prep, versatility of recipe, few ingredients,... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.57 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 23, 2003 by Mechele C. 
This is a good and easy recipe. I used a lemon cake mix and the cookies disappeared quickly. ... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.57 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 11, 2006 by susan 
These are easy. I used a chocolate cake mix and butter instead of shortening. They came out... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.57 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 26, 2005 by RELUCTANTCHEF 
I used butter pecan cake mix in this easy, easy recipe and it was great. Makes a very chewy... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.57 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 15, 2005 by TXCUTIE920 
Great cookies! I preheated my oven (I assumed I was supposed to) and didn't have any... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.57 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 24, 2004 by laetchison 
These are FANTASTIC! They will still be very soft when you take them out of the oven, but they... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.57 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 26, 2004 by NICBAL 
These are so easy and awesome. A very chewy cookie with just the perfect sweetness from the... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.57 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 25, 2008 by Amanda H 
VERY simple cookie that packs a lot of punch! I used a devil's food cake mix and they turned... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.57 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 15, 2008 by lana 
i absolutely LOVE this recipe for its ease and its versatility. I've even used butter instead... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.57 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 28, 2007 by SHELLYGIRL814 
I made this recipe with a french vanilla cake and red sprinkles mixed in. They were awesome.... MORE

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Nutritional Information
Earthquake Cookies

Servings Per Recipe: 24

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 152

  • Total Fat: 7.7g
  • Cholesterol: 22mg
  • Sodium: 164mg
  • Total Carbs: 18.9g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 0.1g
  • Protein: 2.2g

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