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Bear Paw Cookies

These bear paw cookies are simple to make using box cake mix, and they are adorable and super tasty!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Servings: 22 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

For cookie base:
  • 15 ounce box white cake mix I used Betty Crocker
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 2 eggs room temperature
  • ⅓ cup unsalted butter melted
  • ½ cup macadamia nuts roughly chopped
For frosting:
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened to room temperature
  • 1-1 ¼ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon coconut extract optional for added coconut flavor
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt optional to balance out sweetness
Toppings:
  • milk chocolate candy melts
  • semisweet or milk chocolate chips
  • 1 cup shredded coconut

Notes

  • These cookies are best eaten the same day but you can store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.