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 is a crucial step for evenly baked cookies.
- In a large mixing bowl, crack the two large eggs. Add the ½ cup of vegetable oil (or melted butter) and the optional 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Whisk these ingredients together until they are well combined and the mixture is slightly frothy. This will form the moist base for your cookies.2 large eggs, ½ cup vegetable oil, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pour the entire box of cake mix into the bowl with the wet ingredients.1 box cake mix
- Using a sturdy spoon or a spatula, begin to mix the cake mix into the wet ingredients. It might seem dry at first, but continue mixing until a thick, cohesive dough forms. Be careful not to overmix; just mix until no dry cake mix remains.
- If you're using chocolate chips, sprinkles, chopped nuts, or any other add-ins, gently fold them into the dough now. Distribute them evenly throughout the dough, ensuring each cookie will have a good amount of your chosen additions.1 cup chocolate chips, sprinkles, or your desired mix-ins
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets. Leave about 2 inches of space between each cookie to allow for spreading as they bake. You can use a cookie scoop for uniform size, or simply use two spoons.
- Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden brown and the centers appear set but still slightly soft. The exact baking time will depend on your oven and the size of your cookies.
- Once baked, remove the baking sheets from the oven. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 3-5 minutes before carefully transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This step helps them firm up and prevents them from breaking.
Notes
To keep your Ultimate Cake Mix Cookies tasting their best, proper storage is key. Once completely cooled, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. For longer storage, you can freeze them.
Freezing: Place cooled cookies in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until solid. Then, transfer the frozen cookies to a freezer-safe bag or container, separating layers with parchment paper to prevent sticking. They will stay fresh in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Reheating: For a warm, freshly baked cookie experience, simply microwave a frozen cookie for about 15-20 seconds. If they are at room temperature, a few seconds in the oven or toaster oven can also revive their texture.
