Description
Enjoy the holiday spirit with these Cake Mix Chocolate Chip Santa Cookies! These festive and chewy cookies are made with a simple yellow cake mix, making them a quick and easy treat perfect for Santa. With rich chocolate chips and colorful sprinkles, these cookies are sure to delight kids and adults alike during the holiday season.
Ingredients
1 box yellow cake mix (about 15 oz)
2 large eggs
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/4 cup red and green sprinkles (optional)
Mini marshmallows or holiday-themed candy decorations (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together the cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and optional red and green sprinkles.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and place them onto the prepared baking sheet, about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes or until the edges are golden but the center remains soft.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 2-3 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, optionally add mini marshmallows or holiday candy on top for decoration.
Notes
For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free cake mix.
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or freeze for up to three months.
Warm cookies in the microwave for a few seconds for a fresh-baked taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24 cookies
- Calories: 180 kcal
