Cool Whip cookies are often called "4-Ingredient Wonders" because they are impossibly simple, soft, and pillowy. By mixing whipped topping with a box of cake mix, you get a dough that bakes into a light, crinkle-topped treat with a brownie-like texture. Perfect for when you forgot you signed up for the bake sale or a potluck and have zero time left.

These cookies are kid friendly because there’s no complicated measuring or heavy mixers involved, it’s a great "entry-level" recipe for little helpers!