Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies – an easy dessert made with just 4 ingredients. Ideal for holidays like Christmas or Valentine’s Day.
Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies
Yes, you can make cookies from boxed cake mix—and they’re delightfully simple. I first heard about cake-mix cookies and finally tried them when red velvet mixes were plentiful before the holidays. The result was a hit: these cookies were called “literally the best cookies” by friends and family. They’re soft, slightly chewy, and perfect for festive occasions.
The recipe uses just four ingredients: one box of red velvet cake mix, vegetable oil, eggs, and white chocolate chips. The white chocolate chips are optional but add a lovely sweetness and texture. Because the batter is much thicker than cake batter, it holds its shape on the baking sheet and bakes into soft, cakey cookies.
Common Questions About Making Cake Mix Cookies
How do boxed cake mixes become cookies?
Turning cake mix into cookies is straightforward. Use the cake mix as the base, add a small amount of oil and eggs to bind it, then mix in any add-ins you like. The reduced liquid compared to cake batter creates a thicker dough that can be scooped and baked into cookies.
Can I use different cake mix flavors?
Absolutely. Cake mix cookies work with many flavors. Popular options include cherry, triple chocolate, strawberry, and lemon. Each mix creates a distinct cookie—feel free to experiment.
How can I decorate these cookies?
Decorating is simple. Stir white chocolate chips into the dough, use regular chocolate chips, or drizzle melted white chocolate over cooled cookies. For extra indulgence, top them with a smear of cream cheese frosting once they’re cool.
What other red velvet treats are good to make?
If you enjoy red velvet flavors, try red velvet fudge, red velvet blossom cookies, or red velvet truffles. These variations highlight the classic flavor in different textures and formats.
Looking for more cookie recipes?
- White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies
- Brownie Cookies
- M&M Cookies
- No-Bake Chocolate Cookies
Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies
Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies – an easy dessert made with just a few ingredients. Perfect for festive occasions.
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Ingredients
- 1 box red velvet cake mix (15.25 oz)
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 to 1 1/2 cups white chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, oil, and eggs. Mix until smooth, then fold in the white chocolate chips if using.
- Use a 2″ cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop dough onto the prepared sheet, leaving about 2″ of space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
- Bake for 11–13 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers remain soft.
- Let the cookies rest on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to finish cooling.
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