Description
Soft, chewy, and incredibly easy to make, these yellow cake mix cookies are the ultimate quick-fix dessert. With just four basic ingredients and endless customization options, this recipe delivers delicious cookies in no time. Perfect for parties, holiday baking, or a sweet treat anytime!
Ingredients
1 box yellow cake mix (15.25 oz)
2 large eggs
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
1/2 cup mix-ins of choice (chocolate chips, sprinkles, nuts, etc.)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, eggs, and vegetable oil. Mix until a smooth dough forms. Add vanilla extract if desired.
- Fold in your choice of mix-ins, such as chocolate chips or sprinkles.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving 2 inches between cookies.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 2-3 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Notes
Customize with different cake mix flavors like chocolate or red velvet.
Add festive sprinkles or spices for seasonal variations.
Reduce fat by substituting half the oil with unsweetened applesauce.
For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free yellow cake mix.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24 cookies
- Calories: 120 kcal per cookie
