Any Flavor Cake Mix Cookies Recipe

Transform your favorite cake mix into irresistible cookies with a delightful crackled top and a subtly gooey center! This incredibly easy recipe uses a cake mix (especially those with pudding mix for extra chewiness!) as a base, eliminating the need for extra flour. Perfect for baking emergencies or when you want a quick, delicious treat. These cookies are dangerously addictive – keep a mix on hand for unexpected baking adventures!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 540 kcal
Protein 11g
Rating 4.6 (14 Reviews)
Any Flavor Cake Mix Cookies

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Any Flavor Cake Mix Cookies

  • 1 box (15.25 oz) cake mix (any flavor)
  • Eggs
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) Crisco shortening

How to Make Any Flavor Cake Mix Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine 1 box (15.25 oz) cake mix, 1/2 cup (1 stick) Crisco shortening, and 1 large egg. Mix until a stiff dough forms. If the dough is too dry, add 1-2 tablespoons of milk, one at a time, until desired consistency is reached.
  3. Roll dough into 1-inch balls. Place them 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets.
  4. Gently flatten each ball with a fork, creating a slightly cracked surface.
  5. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden and the centers are still slightly soft.
  6. Remove from oven and let cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

187g

Fat

35g

Carbs

22g