Vanilla Cake Mix Cookies

Have you ever enjoyed vanilla cake mix cookies before? If not, you definitely should! They are soft, chewy and so easy to make, it is a crime not to make and share a batch or two.

Making cake mix cookies are just about the easiest cookie recipe you can make. This is part of their charm, especially around the holidays. Also, they have a really cool texture that foodies go for!

The great thing about this recipe is that it only uses 4 ingredients. Which means you will be free to do other things and you won’t have to spend the whole day baking if you don’t want to.

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Why are Cake Mix Cookies Ideal?

Many of the recipes my mom used at Christmastime seemed incredibly complicated. Although it was a joy to spend hours in the kitchen with her, it seemed a bit much for just a few batches of cookies in return.

That is why there are so many reasons to love these 4-ingredients boxed cake mix cookies. As much as I enjoy baking with my own kids, I would rather have time for shopping, visiting others, or just hanging out watching our favorite Christmas movie.

How Do I Make Vanilla Cake Mix Cookies?

You can easily make cake mix cookies with vanilla cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and powdered sugar. With these ingredients and a few common kitchen tools, you will have delicious cookies in less than 30 minutes.

What are the Benefits of Using a Cake Mix To Make Cookies?

Although the benefits of making a 4-ingredient cake mix cookie recipe are plentiful, we have two main reasons. The first reason is simply how easy it is to use a cake mix rather than gathering, measuring, and mixing the individual ingredients.

Secondly, depending on the sale price of the cake mix, you can make these cookies while sticking to your food budget.

When it comes to sharing you can’t go wrong with cake mix cookies like Chocolate Chip Cake Mix Cookies, Lemon Cake Mix Cookies, or even Cake Mix Pumpkin Cookies!

How Do I Store My Vanilla Cake Mix Cookies?

There are a few ways you can store your cake mix cookies. If given as a gift, use a decorative container lined with foil and gift the cookies.

You may also store the cookies in an air-tight container and lastly, you can store the cookies in the freezer in freezer-safe bags or containers.

How Long Do Vanilla Cake Mix Cookies Last?

If gifting your cake mix cookie recipe, it is recommended you do so within 2-3 days. Cookies stored at room temperature will last between 5-7 days, although they are freshest and taste best within 5 days of baking.

If freezing, you can store the cookies there for up to 6 months which is a nice way to keep them on hand for when you need a special treat but don’t have time to be baking.

What Are Common Mistakes Made When Baking Cake Mix Cookies?

There are a few common mistakes when making this cookie recipe. The first mistake is when the cake mix cookies rolled in powdered sugar, they are not properly covered.

Another issue is putting the cookie balls too close together on the baking pan. This will cause them to bake into each other, leaving one big cookie!

Kitchen essentials for tasty recipes like these cookies:

When you head into the kitchen to make some of these great recipes you’ll want to have the best tools on hand.

I like half sheet baking pans that are quality (hello no noisy pops or sloshed cookie dough from twisting), I line my cookie sheets with silicone baking mats. These are great for all kinds of baking and not just cookies! My husband loves them for making biscuits, pizzas, and more!

Of course mixing bowls, a mixer, spatula, and some whisks should be on your list if you don’t have ones that you love. I also like to have a set of cooling racks so that my recipes can properly cool before they’re scarfed down by my family!

What Ingredients Do I Need to Make My Cake Mix Cookies?

To make these vanilla cake mix cookies you need vanilla cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and powdered sugar! That’s all! Just four simple ingredients.

You can find the full amounts and list in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post along with shopping links, some nutritional information, and more details on how to make these tasty crinkle cookies.

How Do You Make Vanilla Cake Mix Cookies?

Preheat oven to 350°. Line two baking sheets with either parchment paper or silicone baking mats and set aside.

In a large mixing bowl, add the cake mix, eggs, and vegetable oil. Using an electric hand or stand mixer, beat together until smooth and completely combined, about 2 minutes.

Using a cookie scoop, portion out the cookie batter, and then roll it into balls.

One at a time, place each ball of dough in the powdered sugar and toss to coat completely.

Place each sugar-coated dough ball at least 3″ apart on the prepared cookie sheets.

Bake for 10 minutes until lightly golden and spread out. Allow the cookies to cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet before removing them to a cooling rack to serve.

Looking for More Holiday Dessert Ideas?

If you are looking for more easy to make dessert recipes for the holidays you will definitely want to try out some of these other recipes we have listed below. There’s something for everyone and they’re all great for sharing during this most festive season.

• No Bake Grinch Cookies
• Chocolate Chip Cake Mix Cookies
• 15 Easy Christmas Fudge Recipes
• Pumpkin Dessert Recipes
• Easy Cranberry Fluff Recipe
• Mini Apple Pie Pockets

Please let us know in the comments below what goodies you will be making this Christmas. We are looking forward to hearing all about it!