Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies are a baker's dream, offering an incredibly simple yet decadent way to satisfy your sweet cravings. This recipe leverages the magic of a boxed cake mix to create intensely chocolatey, chewy cookies with minimal effort, perfect for busy weeknights or spontaneous dessert desires.
Key Ingredients for Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies
- 1 box (15.25 oz) devil's food or chocolate cake mix (any brand)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk chocolate, or a combination)
- Optional: Powdered sugar for dusting (if desired)
How to Make Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies
These Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies are divinely easy and unbelievably satisfying, delivering a rich chocolate punch in every bite. With a prep time of just 10 minutes and bake time of 10-12 minutes, you'll be enjoying warm, gooey cookies before you know it. Their tender crumb and intense chocolate flavor make them a standout treat, a testament to how simple ingredients can lead to extraordinary results.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats. This prevents sticking and ensures even baking, making cleanup a breeze.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the two large eggs, 1/2 cup of vegetable oil (or melted butter for a richer flavor), and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until well combined and smooth.
- Add Cake Mix: Gradually add the entire box of chocolate cake mix to the wet ingredients. Stir with a wooden spoon or sturdy spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix at this stage, as it can lead to tougher cookies. The dough will be thick and slightly sticky.
- Incorporate Chocolate Chips: Fold in the 1 cup of chocolate chips. You can use any variety you prefer – semi-sweet, milk chocolate, dark chocolate, or even a mix! Gently stir them into the cookie dough until they are evenly distributed.
- Scoop the Dough: Using a cookie scoop (about 1.5 tablespoons in size) or two spoons, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie. This allows for spreading during baking.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and lightly golden brown, and the centers still look slightly soft. The cookies will continue to cook and firm up as they cool on the baking sheet.
- Cool and Serve: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. If you like, dust them with powdered sugar once cooled for an extra touch of elegance.
Why You’ll Love This Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies
These Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies are an absolute delight for chocolate lovers, boasting an intensely rich and fudgy chocolate flavor that rivals cookies made from scratch. Their star feature is the sheer simplicity; from boxing day to your cookie jar, you'll be whipping up batches in minutes. This recipe is a brilliant cost-saver, transforming an affordable box of cake mix into a dozen or more delicious treats, making homemade dessert accessible without breaking the bank. Plus, the addition of generous chocolate chips delivers pockets of melty goodness in every bite, elevating them beyond a simple cookie to a truly indulgent experience.
Forget complicated ingredient lists and hours in the kitchen; these Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies are your secret weapon for effortless baking that tastes utterly spectacular. They offer a deeply satisfying chocolatey chew that’s perfect for pairing with a cold glass of milk or a hot cup of coffee, much like traditional chocolate chip cookies but with an amplified chocolate intensity and speed of preparation. So go ahead, grab a box of cake mix, and prepare to be amazed by how easy and delicious homemade can be.
Storing and Reheating Tips
- Room Temperature Storage: Once completely cooled, store your Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days. Placing a slice of bread in the container can help keep them soft and chewy.
- Refrigeration (for extended freshness): If you need them to last a bit longer, you can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. However, refrigeration can sometimes make cookies a bit harder.
- Freezing Unbaked Dough: For ultimate convenience, you can freeze the cookie dough balls. Scoop them onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, freeze until solid, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag or container. They can be stored for up to 2-3 months. Bake directly from frozen, adding a minute or two to the baking time.
- Freezing Baked Cookies: Baked and cooled cookies can also be frozen. Wrap them well in plastic wrap and then place them in a freezer bag or airtight container for up to 3 months. To thaw, remove from the freezer and allow them to come to room temperature.
- Reheating Baked Cookies: To enjoy a warm, gooey cookie, you can gently reheat them in the oven at 300°F (150°C) for 3-5 minutes, or microwave them for 10-15 seconds.
Final Thoughts
These Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies are a testament to the power of simplicity in baking, offering a wonderfully rich chocolate flavor with hardly any effort. Give them a try, and you’ll discover a new go-to recipe for delicious, homemade cookies that will have everyone asking for the recipe.
Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the two large eggs, 1/2 cup of vegetable oil (or melted butter for a richer flavor), and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until well combined and smooth.2 large eggs, 1/2 cup vegetable oil, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Gradually add the entire box of chocolate cake mix to the wet ingredients. Stir with a wooden spoon or sturdy spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix at this stage, as it can lead to tougher cookies. The dough will be thick and slightly sticky.1 box devil’s food or chocolate cake mix
- Fold in the 1 cup of chocolate chips. You can use any variety you prefer – semi-sweet, milk chocolate, dark chocolate, or even a mix! Gently stir them into the cookie dough until they are evenly distributed.1 cup chocolate chips
- Using a cookie scoop (about 1.5 tablespoons in size) or two spoons, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie. This allows for spreading during baking.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and lightly golden brown, and the centers still look slightly soft. The cookies will continue to cook and firm up as they cool on the baking sheet.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. If you like, dust them with powdered sugar once cooled for an extra touch of elegance.Powdered sugar