Easy Cake Mix Cookies Recipe for Soft Chewy Homemade Treats
These easy cake mix cookies combine the convenience of cake mix with added butter and egg for soft, chewy, and nostalgic treats perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 18-20 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box (15.25 oz / 432 g) vanilla cake mix
- 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- 1/2 cup (90 g) chocolate chips
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl or on the stovetop until completely liquid but not browned. Let it cool slightly.
- Combine the cake mix, melted butter, egg, vanilla extract, and salt in your mixing bowl. Mix until the dough is smooth and uniform but do not overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips gently with a spatula, reserving a few to press on top of each cookie before baking if desired.
- Scoop the dough using a cookie scoop or tablespoon onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between cookies.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until edges look set but centers are still slightly soft.
- Cool the cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Notes
If dough feels too wet, chill for 15 minutes before scooping. Avoid overmixing to prevent tough cookies. For thicker cookies, refrigerate dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. Use parchment paper for easy cleanup. Variations include gluten-free cake mix, vegan substitutions with flax egg and dairy-free butter, and mix-in swaps like nuts or dried fruit.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 8
- Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 14
- Protein: 1.2
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