Cake Mix Cookies

2 dozen servings Prep: 8 m Cook: 12 m Total: 20 m Beginner
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Cake Mix Cookies
Quick and easy cookies made with German chocolate cake mix, oil, eggs, and vanilla. Ready in 20 minutes with just four ingredients - perfect for when you need a sweet treat in a hurry.

Ingredients

2 dozen servings
  • 1 box German Chocolate Cake Mix
  • 1/3 cup oil
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. Mix all ingredients together in a bowl until well combined - the dough will be thick.
  3. Drop by rounded spoonfuls onto an ungreased cookie sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart.
  4. Bake at 350 degrees for 12 minutes until edges are set but centers still look slightly soft.
  5. Let cool on cookie sheet for 2-3 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Common Problems and Solutions

Q: Why are my cookies spreading too much?

A: Make sure you're measuring the oil accurately - too much oil will cause spreading. Also, don't overmix the dough, and let the cookie sheet cool between batches.

Q: Can I use a different cake mix flavor?

A: Absolutely! Yellow cake mix, chocolate fudge, or even lemon cake mix work great. Adjust baking time by a minute or two if needed.

Tips and Techniques

For chewier cookies, slightly underbake them and let them finish setting on the hot cookie sheet. For a richer flavor, add 1/2 cup chocolate chips or chopped nuts to the dough.

Ingredient Substitutions

  • German Chocolate Cake Mix: Any flavor cake mix (chocolate fudge, yellow, devil's food, lemon)
  • oil: melted butter or melted coconut oil

Equipment Needed

  • mixing bowl
  • cookie sheet
  • spoon or cookie scoop
  • wire cooling rack