Simple But Delectable Yellow Cake Mix Cookies Recipe

Indulge in these unbelievably delicious yellow cake mix cookies! Perfect for holidays or any day you crave a sweet treat, these cookies offer endless variations. Inspired by classic store-bought iced sugar cookies, but with a homemade twist! This recipe uses a convenient yellow cake mix base, elevated with a creamy homemade frosting recipe you'll want to share. Get ready for melt-in-your-mouth perfection!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 17 mins
Calories 122.4 kcal
Protein 1g
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Ingredients for Simple But Delectable Yellow Cake Mix Cookies

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How to Make Simple But Delectable Yellow Cake Mix Cookies

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, eggs, oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  3. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
  4. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  5. Remove from oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  6. While the cookies are cooling, prepare the frosting (recipe below).
  7. Once the cookies are completely cool, frost them generously.
  8. Enjoy your delicious homemade yellow cake mix cookies!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

48g

Fat

4g

Carbs

5g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Simple But Delectable Yellow Cake Mix Cookies?

Simple But Delectable Yellow Cake Mix Cookies takes about 32 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 17 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Simple But Delectable Yellow Cake Mix Cookies?

Simple But Delectable Yellow Cake Mix Cookies has approximately 122.4 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 8 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Simple But Delectable Yellow Cake Mix Cookies?

The key ingredients for Simple But Delectable Yellow Cake Mix Cookies are Yellow Cake Mix, Canola Oil, Eggs, Cream Cheese Frosting, Powdered Drink Mix, Candy Sprinkles. See the full list with measurements above.

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