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3 ingredient cake cookies

3 Ingredient Cake Mix Cookies

These simple and delicious cake mix cookies come together in under 20 minutes with just three ingredients for a soft and chewy treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Total Time 21 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 110
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 box 15.25 oz box of cake mix (any flavor – chocolate, vanilla, red velvet, lemon, funfetti) Choose your favorite cake mix flavor.
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature Ensure eggs are at room temperature for better mixing.
  • ½ cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil Oil can be replaced with unsweetened applesauce for a lower-fat version.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
Mixing
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the entire box of cake mix with the eggs and oil. Stir until a thick, sticky dough forms.
Forming Cookies
  1. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto your prepared baking sheets, spaced about 2 inches apart.
Baking
  1. Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers look slightly underdone.
  2. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Customize your cookies by adding chocolate chips, nuts, or using a gluten-free cake mix. Don't overbake and allow cooling time for the perfect texture.