Description
Cake Mix Cookies are an incredibly easy and customizable treat made using just a few basic ingredients. Here’s a straightforward recipe along with tips, a tasty recipes card, and nutrition info:
Ingredients
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1 box (15.25 oz) cake mix (any flavor)
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2 large eggs
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½ cup vegetable oil or melted butter
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Optional mix-ins: chocolate chips, M&Ms, nuts, sprinkles (½ to 1 cup)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
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In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, and oil until well blended. Avoid overmixing.
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Fold in any optional mix-ins.
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Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the baking sheets 2 inches apart.
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Bake 8-12 minutes, until edges are slightly golden and centers are set but not dry.
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Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Store in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days; cookies freeze well.
Notes
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Use any cake mix flavor such as vanilla, chocolate, red velvet, or funfetti.
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For sprinkle or confetti cake mixes, reduce oil to ⅓ cup for thicker cookies.
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Let eggs come to room temperature before mixing for best texture.
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Use a cookie scoop for evenly sized cookies.
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Optionally refrigerate dough 15-20 minutes for easier handling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 90-110 kcal
- Sugar: 8-10g
- Fat: 4-6g
- Saturated Fat: 1-2g
- Carbohydrates: 12-15g
- Protein: 1-2g