Get ready to transform an ordinary cake mix into the most irresistible cookies that will have everyone begging for your secret recipe! These Cake Mix Cookie Cakes are the ultimate shortcut dessert that combines the simplicity of a box mix with the mouthwatering charm of homemade chocolate chip cookies. Perfect for busy bakers, kitchen novices, and anyone who wants to impress without spending hours in the kitchen, these cookies are about to become your new go-to treat that's guaranteed to vanish from the cookie plate in minutes!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 box cake mix
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the entire box of cake mix, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix thoroughly with a wooden spoon or electric mixer until a smooth dough forms.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and sprinkles (if using) until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading.
- Gently press down on each dough ball slightly to flatten them just a bit, which helps create a more even cookie shape.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers look set.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, serve and enjoy your cake mix cookies. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Choose Your Cake Mix Wisely: While any cake mix works, vanilla or white cake mixes provide the most neutral base for add-ins like chocolate chips.
- Don't Overmix: Mix just until ingredients are combined to keep cookies tender and soft.
- Chill the Dough: For thicker cookies, refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- Customize Your Cookies: Experiment with different mix-ins like nuts, different flavored chips, or seasonal sprinkles.
- Check Doneness Early: Cookies continue cooking on the hot baking sheet after removal, so take them out when edges are just golden.
- Use a Cookie Scoop: For uniform cookies that bake evenly, use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to portion the dough.
- Cool Completely: Let cookies cool fully to develop the best texture and prevent crumbling.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 469kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
