Chocolate Chip Cake Mix Cookies Recipe
Introduction
These Chocolate Chip Cake Mix Cookies are a quick and delicious treat that combines the convenience of cake mix with the classic joy of chocolate chip cookies. Perfect for when you want a simple dessert without sacrificing flavor or texture.
Ingredients
- 15.25 ounces vanilla cake mix (1 box)
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- ½ cup chocolate chips (or up to 1 cup if desired)
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two cookie sheets with parchment paper or silicone liners and set aside.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, and vegetable oil. Mix well until fully blended.
- Step 3: Stir in the chocolate chips evenly throughout the batter.
- Step 4: Scoop heaping tablespoons of dough, or use a 1 ½ tablespoon cookie scoop, placing each portion about 2 inches apart on the prepared cookie sheets.
- Step 5: Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Step 6: Let the cookies cool on the cookie sheet for 3 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Tips & Variations
- Try adding a pinch of sea salt on top before baking for a sweet and salty contrast.
- Swap vegetable oil with melted butter for a richer flavor.
- Mix in nuts or different types of chocolate chips to personalize the cookies.
Storage
Store these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. To keep them fresh longer, refrigerate for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat briefly in a microwave or oven to restore softness.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use a different flavor of cake mix?
Yes, you can experiment with chocolate, yellow, or even spice cake mixes to create different cookie flavors.
Do these cookies spread a lot while baking?
No, these cookies hold their shape well due to the cake mix base, so spacing them about 2 inches apart is sufficient.
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Chocolate Chip Cake Mix Cookies Recipe
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
Description
These Chocolate Chip Cake Mix Cookies are a quick and easy treat combining the moistness of vanilla cake mix with the classic delight of chocolate chips. Perfect for a fast bake, these cookies offer a soft, cake-like texture and rich chocolate flavor with minimal ingredients and effort.
Ingredients
Cookies
- 15.25 ounces vanilla cake mix (1 box)
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- ½ cup chocolate chips (up to 1 cup if desired)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two cookie sheets by lining them with parchment paper or silicone liners. This prevents sticking and aids even baking.
- Mix the dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the vanilla cake mix, eggs, and vegetable oil. Stir thoroughly until the mixture forms a consistent batter. Then fold in the chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
- Portion the cookies: Use a heaping tablespoon or a 1½ tablespoon cookie scoop to drop dollops of batter onto the prepared cookie sheets, spacing each about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake the cookies: Place the cookie sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cookies turn a light golden color around the edges.
- Cool the cookies: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them sit on the cookie sheets for 3 minutes to firm up. Then transfer them to a cooling rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- You can customize the sweetness and chocolate intensity by adjusting the amount of chocolate chips from ½ cup up to 1 cup.
- For chewier cookies, slightly underbake by reducing baking time by 1-2 minutes.
- Substitute vegetable oil with melted butter for a richer flavor.
- Storage: Keep cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Consider adding nuts or dried fruit for variation if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Chocolate Chip Cookies, Cake Mix Cookies, Easy Cookies, Quick Dessert, Vanilla Cake Mix, Soft Cookies, Homemade Cookies
