Cake Mix Cookie Recipe

If you’re looking for a quick and delicious twist on classic snickerdoodle cookies, this cake mix version is perfect! With just a few ingredients and very little effort, I love how I can whip up a batch of soft, chewy snickerdoodles that taste like they came from a bakery. Using cake mix makes these cookies incredibly easy to make, and they’re sure to be a hit with family and friends. Here’s how I make these wonderful treats!

Ingredients

The first and main ingredient is what makes these cookies so easy. Although there is a list of ingredients on the box, I still count this as a single ingredient.

• 1 box (15-16 ounces) yellow cake mix (regular or gluten-free)
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup melted butter (or flavorless cooking oil for a chewier cookie)
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Directions

Prep Your Oven. Preheat your oven to 350˚ F and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, egg, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, and melted butter (or oil if you prefer a chewier texture). Mix until you have a thick, uniform dough.

In a small bowl, mix the remaining teaspoon of cinnamon with the granulated sugar. This will create the signature snickerdoodle coating.

Scoop out 1-1/2 inch portions of dough and roll them into balls. Then, roll each ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until well coated.

Place the dough balls on the cookie sheet, leaving a couple of inches of space between them, as they will spread while baking. Bake for about 8 minutes, or until the edges are golden and firm.

After removing the cookies from the oven, let them sit on the cookie sheet for about 5 minutes to cool. Then, transfer them to a cooling rack. Let them rest until they reach room temperature. Enjoy these warm or at room temperature with a glass of milk or cup of coffee!

Tips for Perfect Snickerdoodles

• When I have time, I refrigerate the dough for 20-30 minutes before forming the balls. That makes it easier to handle. I learned to do this when I was making these brownie cookies.
• Since these cookies spread as they bake, give them plenty of room on the cookie sheet.
• If you prefer a softer, chewier cookie, opt for oil instead of butter. Avocado oil or vegetable oil works well.

More Cake Mix Cookie Recipes

Here are a few more super easy cookie recipes we enjoy:

Funfetti Cookies – Colorful and yummy, these cookies are perfect for any celebration! Your biggest decision will be whether or not to top them with frosting!

Butterscotch Pecan Cookies – If you’re looking for something a little different to add to your cookie lineup, make these! They’re sure to be a huge hit!

Peanut Butter Cake Mix Cookies – These delicious peanut butter cookies from Out of the Box Baking deliver the classic flavor and texture of a traditional peanut butter cookie. So yummy!

Chocolate Caramel Cookies – Here is another easy cookie recipe you’ll want to try. They satisfy anyone who claims to be a chocoholic. 

Super Easy Cookies with Lots of Flavor

This recipe gives you all the flavor of traditional snickerdoodles with the simplicity of cake mix, making it a quick treat that’s perfect for any occasion.

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