Heloise's Cake Mix Cookies Recipe

Whip up these unbelievably easy cookies in minutes using your favorite cake mix! No time for baking from scratch? This recipe is your shortcut to deliciousness. Made by hand for a classic, flat cookie, or with a mixer for a delightfully puffy cake-like texture. Top with a simple glaze for an extra touch of sweetness. Perfect for a quick dessert or a fun baking project with kids!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 8 mins
Calories 137.4 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 4.6 (83 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Heloise's Cake Mix Cookies

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How to Make Heloise's Cake Mix Cookies

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 1 box (15.25 oz) cake mix, 1/2 cup (1 stick) softened unsalted butter, 2 large eggs, and 1/4 cup milk.
  3. If mixing by hand, mix until just combined. If using a mixer, beat on medium speed for 2 minutes until well blended.
  4. Stir in 1/2 cup of your favorite mix-ins (raisins, nuts, chocolate chips, etc.).
  5. Drop rounded teaspoonfuls of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
  6. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden brown.
  7. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. For the glaze: Whisk together 1 cup confectioners' sugar with 2-4 tablespoons of milk (or juice from an orange or lemon if using a citrus cake mix) until smooth. Drizzle over cooled cookies.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

46g

Fat

5g

Carbs

5g

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