Cake Mix Cookies Recipe

Cake mix: The base of the recipe, providing flavor and structure to the cookies.

Vegetable oil: Adds moisture and helps bind the ingredients together.

Eggs: Provide structure and richness to the cookies.

To achieve a more uniform shape for your cookies, use a cookie scoop to portion out the dough. This ensures each cookie bakes evenly and has a consistent size. Additionally, consider chilling the dough for about 30 minutes before baking to prevent excessive spreading, resulting in thicker, chewier cookies.

• cake mix - Substitute with homemade cake mix: Combine 2 cups of flour, 1 ½ cups of sugar, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and a pinch of salt. This allows you to control the ingredients and avoid preservatives.

• vegetable oil - Substitute with coconut oil: Coconut oil adds a subtle flavor and is a healthier fat option.

• vegetable oil - Substitute with applesauce: Applesauce can reduce the fat content and add moisture to the cookies.

• eggs - Substitute with flax eggs: Mix 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed with 3 tablespoons of water for each egg. This is a great vegan alternative.

• eggs - Substitute with mashed banana: Use ¼ cup of mashed banana per egg. This adds natural sweetness and moisture.

• Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack before storing. This prevents condensation from forming inside the storage container, which can make the cookies soggy.

• Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. They will stay fresh for up to one week. For added freshness, place a slice of bread in the container; the cookies will absorb the moisture from the bread, keeping them soft.

• If you prefer to freeze the cookies, arrange them in a single layer on a baking sheet and place them in the freezer for about an hour. This flash-freezing method prevents the cookies from sticking together.

• Once the cookies are frozen, transfer them to a resealable freezer bag or an airtight container. Be sure to label the container with the date. The cookies can be frozen for up to three months.

• To thaw, remove the desired number of cookies from the freezer and let them sit at room temperature for about 15-20 minutes. If you prefer warm cookies, you can reheat them in a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C) for about 5 minutes.

• For a quick treat, you can also freeze the cookie dough. Scoop the dough into individual portions and place them on a baking sheet. Freeze until solid, then transfer to a resealable freezer bag. When ready to bake, simply add a couple of extra minutes to the baking time.

• Oven Method:

  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. Place the cake mix cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  3. Heat for about 5-7 minutes or until they are warm and slightly crisp on the edges.
  4. Let them cool for a minute or two before enjoying.

• Microwave Method:

  1. Place a paper towel on a microwave-safe plate.
  2. Arrange the cake mix cookies on the plate, making sure they are not touching.
  3. Cover the cookies with another paper towel to prevent them from drying out.
  4. Microwave on medium power for 10-15 seconds. Check and add more time if needed, but be careful not to overheat.

• Toaster Oven Method:

  1. Preheat your toaster oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. Place the cake mix cookies on the toaster oven tray.
  3. Heat for about 5 minutes or until they are warm and slightly crisp.
  4. Allow them to cool for a minute before serving.

• Air Fryer Method:

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 300°F (150°C).
  2. Place the cake mix cookies in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  3. Heat for 3-4 minutes, checking halfway through to ensure they don’t overcook.
  4. Let them cool for a minute before enjoying.

• Stovetop Skillet Method:

  1. Preheat a non-stick skillet over low heat.
  2. Place the cake mix cookies in the skillet.
  3. Cover with a lid to trap the heat and warm them evenly.
  4. Heat for about 2-3 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  5. Remove from the skillet and let them cool slightly before serving.

• Oven: Used to bake the cookies at the specified temperature.

• Mixing bowl: Used to combine the cake mix, vegetable oil, and eggs.

• Baking sheet: The surface on which you drop spoonfuls of dough to bake.

• Spoon: Used to drop spoonfuls of dough onto the baking sheet.

• Cooling rack: Used to let the cookies cool before serving.

• Spatula: Helps to transfer the cookies from the baking sheet to the cooling rack.

Pre-measure ingredients: Measure out the cake mix, vegetable oil, and eggs before starting to save time during preparation.

Use parchment paper: Line your baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.

Scoop with an ice cream scoop: Use an ice cream scoop to drop uniform spoonfuls of dough onto the baking sheet quickly.

Batch baking: If you have multiple baking sheets, prepare them all at once and bake in batches to save time.

Cool on a wire rack: Transfer cookies to a wire rack immediately after baking to cool faster.