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Cake Mix Sugar Cookies

These Cake Mix Sugar Cookies are SO EASY! With minimal effort, you can create soft, chewy cookies bursting with flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies:
  • 2 boxes Yellow, White, or Vanilla Cake Mix approximately 15 ounces each
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For the Frosting:
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon heavy cream
  • Food coloring and sprinkles as desired

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Cookie sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Spatula
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure even baking.
  2. Step 2: Line your cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  3. Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, combine softened butter and cake mix. Beat until creamy, then add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
  4. Step 4: Drop rounded balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, leaving 2 inches of space between each cookie.
  5. Step 5: Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are lightly golden.
  6. Step 6: Cool cookies on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
  7. Step 7: In a separate bowl, beat together softened butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and heavy cream until smooth.
  8. Step 8: Once cookies are cooled, frost them and add sprinkles if desired.

Notes

  • For dairy-free cookies, use a dairy-free butter alternative.
  • To make gluten-free, use a gluten-free cake mix.
  • Store leftover cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.
  • Freeze cookies for up to three months in an airtight container.
  • Experiment with different cake mix flavors for a fun twist!