Why You’ll Love This Recipe
You’ll love these Cake Mix Cookies because they’re incredibly easy to make, deliciously soft, and completely versatile. You can use any cake mix flavor—chocolate, vanilla, red velvet, funfetti—and mix in whatever you like, from chocolate chips to sprinkles. They’re perfect for parties, bake sales, or when you want homemade cookies in a hurry.
Ingredients
(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)
- 1 box cake mix (any flavor)
- Eggs
- Vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- Optional mix-ins: chocolate chips, sprinkles, M&M’s, nuts, or candies
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, and vegetable oil. Stir until a thick dough forms.
- Fold in any desired mix-ins such as chocolate chips, sprinkles, or nuts.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 9–11 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are slightly soft.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Servings and timing
This recipe makes about 24 cookies.
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Baking time: 10 minutes
Total time: approximately 15 minutes.
Variations
- Funfetti Cookies: Use a vanilla or white cake mix and fold in colorful sprinkles.
- Chocolate Lovers: Use chocolate cake mix and add chocolate chips or chunks.
- Red Velvet: Red velvet cake mix with white chocolate chips makes a festive option.
- Lemon: Lemon cake mix with white chocolate chips or a dusting of powdered sugar.
- Peanut Butter: Use yellow cake mix with peanut butter chips or chopped Reese’s.
- Holiday Twist: Add red and green M&M’s or seasonal candies for festive cookies.
Storage/Reheating
Store Cake Mix Cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. To keep them soft, add a slice of bread to the container. For longer storage, freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving. To reheat, microwave a cookie for about 8 seconds to restore its soft texture.
FAQs
Can I use any cake mix flavor?
Yes! You can use any flavor—vanilla, chocolate, red velvet, strawberry, lemon, or funfetti all work great.
Can I use melted butter instead of oil?
Yes, melted butter gives a richer flavor but may make the cookies slightly denser.
Why is my dough sticky?
Some cake mixes create stickier doughs; chill the dough for 15–20 minutes if it’s too sticky to handle.
Can I make the dough ahead of time?
Yes, you can refrigerate the dough for up to 2 days before baking.
Can I use gluten-free cake mix?
Absolutely! Just follow the same steps—most gluten-free cake mixes work perfectly.
How do I make the cookies thicker?
Chill the dough before baking or reduce the oil slightly for thicker cookies.
Can I add frosting?
Yes! Frost with buttercream, cream cheese frosting, or drizzle with melted chocolate once cooled.
Why are my cookies flat?
You may have used too much oil or overmixed the dough. Measure carefully and mix just until combined.
Can I freeze the dough?
Yes, roll into balls and freeze on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer bag. Bake from frozen, adding 1–2 minutes to the bake time.
Can I make bars instead of cookies?
Definitely! Spread the dough in a greased 9×13-inch pan and bake for 18–20 minutes for easy cookie bars.
Conclusion
Cake Mix Cookies are the easiest, most adaptable cookies you’ll ever make. With just three main ingredients and endless mix-in possibilities, you can create bakery-quality cookies in minutes. Whether you’re in the mood for chocolate, vanilla, or something festive and fun, these cookies are a foolproof favorite for every occasion.
PrintCake Mix Cookies
Cake Mix Cookies are soft, chewy, and incredibly easy to make using just a boxed cake mix, eggs, and oil. With endless flavor and mix-in possibilities, these cookies are the perfect quick dessert for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 box cake mix (any flavor, about 15.25 oz)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- Optional mix-ins: 1 cup chocolate chips, sprinkles, M&M’s, nuts, or candies
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cake mix, eggs, and vegetable oil. Stir until a thick dough forms.
- Fold in any desired mix-ins such as chocolate chips, sprinkles, or nuts.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 9–11 minutes, until edges are set and centers are slightly soft.
- Cool cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use any cake mix flavor for endless variety.
- Chill sticky dough for 15–20 minutes before baking for easier handling.
- For thicker cookies, reduce oil slightly or chill the dough before baking.
- Store with a slice of bread to keep cookies soft.
- Turn the dough into bars by baking in a 9×13-inch pan for 18–20 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
