Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup. This also helps achieve evenly baked cookies.
- In a large mixing bowl, crack the two large eggs. Add the vegetable oil and unsweetened applesauce to the bowl. Stir all the wet ingredients together until they are well combined and the mixture is smooth.2 large eggs, 1/2 cup vegetable oil, 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- Pour in the teaspoon of vanilla extract.1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Now, it’s time to add the star of the show: the red velvet cake mix. Pour the entire box of red velvet cake mix into the bowl with the wet ingredients.1 box (15.25 oz) red velvet cake mix
- Using a spatula or a wooden spoon, begin to mix the ingredients until a thick dough forms. Be careful not to overmix at this stage; just mix until no dry cake mix streaks remain.
- Gently fold in the cup of chocolate chips.1 cup chocolate chips
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.
- Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are set and the centers look slightly soft. They will continue to firm up as they cool.
- Remove the baking sheets from the oven and let the cookies cool on the sheets for 2-3 minutes before carefully transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once completely cooled, if you desire a professional bakery look or a touch more sweetness, lightly dust the cookies with powdered sugar.powdered sugar
Notes
To keep your cookies fresh and delicious, store them in an airtight container at room temperature. Properly stored, they will maintain their delightful texture and flavor for up to 3-4 days. For longer storage, you can freeze baked cookies in a single layer on a baking sheet until firm, then transfer them to a freezer-safe bag or container. They can be kept frozen for up to 2-3 months.
To reheat, if desired, you can gently warm individual cookies in the microwave for 5-10 seconds for a gooey, fresh-from-the-oven feel. Alternatively, frozen cookies can be brought to room temperature for about 30 minutes before enjoying.
