Imagine sinking your teeth into a cookie that captures the rich, fudgy essence of a classic Texas sheet cake—but in a perfectly portioned, irresistible bite-sized treat! These Texas Sheet Cake Cookies are about to become your new obsession, combining the convenience of a cookie with the deep chocolate flavor of a beloved Southern dessert. Whether you're a baking novice or a seasoned pro, this recipe promises to deliver maximum deliciousness with minimal effort.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 22 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix thoroughly using an electric mixer or whisk until a smooth, uniform dough forms. The mixture should be slightly sticky but manageable.
- Fold in the chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the cookie dough. Use a spatula or wooden spoon to ensure even distribution.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets. Space the cookies about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading during baking.
- Gently press down on each cookie dough ball with the back of a spoon or your fingers to slightly flatten, creating a more traditional sheet cake-like appearance.
- Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes. The cookies should look set around the edges but still slightly soft in the center.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional: Once cooled, you can dust the cookies with powdered sugar or drizzle with chocolate frosting for extra indulgence.
Tips
- Use room temperature eggs for better dough consistency and smoother mixing.
- Don't overmix the dough—stop mixing as soon as ingredients are just combined to keep cookies tender.
- For uniform cookies, use a cookie scoop to ensure consistent sizing and even baking.
- Check cookies at the 10-minute mark—they should look slightly underbaked, as they'll continue setting while cooling.
- Let cookies cool completely before adding optional powdered sugar or frosting to prevent melting.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain maximum freshness.
- For extra richness, consider using dark chocolate cake mix or adding a splash of vanilla extract to the dough.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 138kcal
Carbohydrates: 13g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 16mg
