Description
These Yellow Cake Mix Cookies are a quick and easy treat made from a simple cake mix base combined with eggs and oil, then enhanced with your choice of mix-ins like chocolate chips or sprinkles. They bake up soft and chewy with slightly crispy edges, making them perfect for any occasion or a spontaneous dessert.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 box yellow cake mix (15.25 oz)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Mix-ins
- 1/2 cup mix-ins of choice (chocolate chips, sprinkles, nuts, etc.)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, eggs, and vegetable oil. Stir until the dough becomes smooth and evenly mixed. Add vanilla extract if you want an extra level of flavor.
- Add Mix-ins: Gently fold in your preferred mix-ins like chocolate chips, sprinkles, or nuts to evenly distribute throughout the dough.
- Portion Cookies: Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading.
- Bake Cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes. The edges should be set while the centers remain soft for a chewy texture.
- Cool Cookies: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 2-3 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, which helps them firm up without becoming hard.
- Store Properly: Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 5 days.
Notes
- You can customize these cookies with any mix-ins you like—try nuts, dried fruit, or different types of chocolate chips for variation.
- Do not overbake; cookies will continue to set after being removed from the oven.
- For a richer flavor, substitute vegetable oil with melted butter.
- If dough feels too sticky, refrigerate it for 15-20 minutes before baking.
- Cookies freeze well; store in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 3 months.
