Description
Delight in these easy and delicious Strawberry Cake Mix Cookies that combine the sweet, fruity flavor of strawberry cake with the soft, chewy texture of classic cookies. Using a simple mix of cake mix, eggs, and oil, these cookies are perfect for quick baking and make a colorful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Dough
- 1 box (15.25 oz) strawberry cake mix
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Coating
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- Mix the dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the strawberry cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract if using. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated and the mixture forms a uniform dough.
- Shape the cookies: Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, portion out the dough and roll each portion into a ball with your hands. Then, roll each dough ball in powdered sugar until fully coated to give the cookies a beautiful cracked appearance after baking.
- Bake the cookies: Arrange the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the cookie edges appear set and the tops have characteristic cracks.
- Cool the cookies: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes to firm up slightly, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely, ensuring they retain their soft and chewy texture.
Notes
- For a stronger vanilla flavor, do not omit the vanilla extract.
- If you prefer a crunchier cookie, bake them a minute or two longer but watch carefully to prevent burning.
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Rolling the dough balls in powdered sugar before baking creates the signature crackled top appearance.
- You can experiment with other flavored cake mixes for a variety of flavors using this same method.
